Excerpt from The History of Inoculation and Vaccination for the Prevention and Treatment of Disease: Lecture Memoranda, XVIIth International Congress of Medicine, London, 1913
Immunity, Active and Passive Immunisation, Methods of, Compared Inoculation Hospital Established.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating journey through the history of inoculation and vaccination, tracing the evolution of these practices from ancient times to the 18th century. The author explores the fascinating origins of inoculation in India and the Far East, where it was believed to have been practiced for over a thousand years, and then follows its spread westward, through Africa and into Europe. The book details the methods of inoculation, the beliefs and superstitions surrounding it, and the challenges it faced in gaining acceptance. The book delves into the compelling story of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, a pioneering figure who championed inoculation in England after witnessing its success in the Ottoman Empire. The book reveals the dramatic impact of the practice on European society, ultimately paving the way for the groundbreaking work of Edward Jenner and the development of vaccination. This book offers a unique window into the struggle to control a devastating disease and the enduring legacy of early efforts to protect humanity from smallpox. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333630454_0
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