Phyllis a Mortimer (1 results)

Hardback. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. This copy is in FINE, unmarked condition bound in blue cloth covered boards with bright gilt titling to the spine. This copy is bright, tight and square, there is some typical age toning to the page edges. The unclipped dustwrapper is in fine condition International postal rates are calculated on a book weighing 1 Kilo, in cases where the book weighs more than 1 Kilo increased postal rates will be quoted, where the book weighs less then postage will be reduced accordingly. This book is an anthology of medical writings compiled from textbooks of the late eighteenth century to the late nineteenth century It contains absolutely indispensable information for contemporary medical practitioners on the treatment odf diseases, medical and surgical techniques, dietetics and hygiene - all presented without comment. here at last are the proven methods of cupping and leeching, of amputation and of curing epilepsy. The book is illustrated with engravings and advertiements of the period. ref DD 5.…