Bloodletting Instruments in the National Museum of History and Technology - Hardcover

Davis, Audrey B; Appel, Toby A

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1023234068 ISBN 13: 9781023234061

Publisher: Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

Explore the fascinating and sometimes unsettling history of bloodletting with "Bloodletting Instruments in the National Museum of History and Technology." Authored by Audrey Davis and Toby Appel, this meticulously researched volume delves into the extensive collection of surgical instruments related to this once common medical practice, held within the National Museum of History and Technology.

Journey through the evolution of medical technology as you examine a wide array of tools used for bloodletting, offering a unique window into the history of medicine and its practices. This detailed study, categorized under medical instruments and supplies, medical history, and the history of technology and engineering, provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the development of medical procedures. Discover the details of these historical tools and the context of their use in this important work.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023234068
• ISBN 13: 9781023234061
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 166