The Magic Mountain

The Magic Mountain

by

Thomas Mann

Sanatorium

A sanatorium is an antiquated term that refers to a medical facility for people experiencing chronic health conditions. These facilities are usually located away from urban areas, in specialized climates intended to promote wellness. Sanatoriums… read analysis of Sanatorium

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis (historically known as “consumption”) is an infectious bacterial disease that mostly affects the lungs. Most tuberculosis infections have no accompanying symptoms, but a minority of cases (around 10 percent) lead to active disease, which… read analysis of Tuberculosis