Originally published in 1856, this book is a critique of the practice of vaccination as it was carried out in 19th-century England. The author argues that vaccination is ineffective and dangerous, and that individuals should have the right to refuse it without facing legal consequences. The book is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on debates over public health policy in the 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.