Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 by George Henry Makins
QR code
"Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900" by George Henry Makins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the author's observations and clinical studies of injuries sustained during the South African campaign, particularly those caused by small calibre bullets. It provides an in-depth view of the types of wounds encountered, the treatment methods used, and the conditions under which medical personnel operated during the war. The
opening of the text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Makins's surgical experiences, primarily concerning the nature and effects of bullet wounds observed during military engagements. The author reflects on the different battles he participated in and the surgical challenges faced in the field, including the transport of injured soldiers and the establishment of temporary hospitals. He discusses his surgical equipment, the health conditions of the troops, and briefly notes the various types of modern military rifles and their impact on the severity of injuries, hinting at the unique characteristics of small calibre weaponry. This introductory section promises a thorough examination of surgical practices during conflict, with a strong emphasis on personal observations and practical experiences in wartime medicine. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Makins, George Henry, 1853- |
|---|---|
| Title |
Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 Being Mainly a Clinical Study of the Nature and Effects of Injuries Produced by Bullets of Small Calibre |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| LoC Class | RD: Medicine: Surgery |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 |
| Subject | Surgery, Military |
| Subject | Gunshot wounds |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21280 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21280-7 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2007 |
| Last Update | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1679 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!