A Brief Journal of What Passed in the City of Marseilles, While It Was Afflicted with the Plague, in the Year 1720

A Brief Journal of What Passed in the City of Marseilles, While It Was Afflicted with the Plague, in the Year 1720 is a historical account by Pichatty de Croislainte, first published in 1721. This journal details the devastating effects of the plague in Marseilles, chronicling the responses of health officials and the city's leaders as they confront the crisis. It provides a vivid depiction of the growing fears and desperate measures taken by the citizens as the mortality rate escalates, offering valuable insights into the societal impact of the epidemic.