9780243405336 - American State Trials, Vol. 4: a Collection of the Important and Interesting Criminal Trials Which Have Taken Place in the United States, from the ... with Notes and Annotations (classic Reprint) by John D. Lawson (3 results)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the trial of Francis Burke, a man indicted for manslaughter for administering Thomsonian treatments that resulted in the death of one Benjamin Hazelip. The treatments, popular at the time for cholera, consisted of excessive sweating and doses of various herbs. The au…thor provides a detailed account of the trial, including witness testimonies and arguments from both the prosecution and defense. The trial sheds light on the differing medical practices of the time, highlighting the tension between traditional and alternative medicine. The author delves into the historical context of Thomsonianism, a form of herbal medicine that challenged the established medical practices of the early 19th century. Through the lens of this trial, the book offers insights into the evolving understanding of health, disease, and the role of medical practitioners in society. 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.
