A physical dissertation on drowning: in which submersion, commonly call'd drowning, is shewn to be a long time consistent with the continuance of life. To which is subjoined, the proper measures for recovery and relief. With an appendix, containing s

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Language: English. Approximately 80 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1746. Text in English. This rare 18th-century medical dissertation explores the physiology of drowning and the potential for recovery. The author, Rowland Jackson, examines the duration of life after submersion and provides practical methods for resuscitation. The appendix includes techniques for reviving those who have hanged themselves and for assisting seemingly stillborn infants. A valuable historical work on early medical practices and emergency interventions. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.

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Title
A physical dissertation on drowning: in which submersion, commonly call'd drowning, is shewn to be a long time consistent with the continuance of life. To which is subjoined, the proper measures for recovery and relief. With an appendix, containing s
Author
Jackson, Rowland
Publisher
Recreasoft, Paris
Publication year
2026
Condition
New
Binding
Softcover
Edition
Reprint.

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