The Dawn of Modern Medicine by Albert H. Buck
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"The Dawn of Modern Medicine" by Albert H. Buck is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the significant revival and advancements in the science and practice of medicine that took place in Western Europe from the latter half of the 18th century into the early 19th century. The book likely delves into notable figures, evolving practices, and the contributions that shaped modern medicine during this pivotal
period in history. The opening of the text introduces the author's intentions and the context behind his work, which serves as both a continuation and a detailed amplification of an earlier publication titled “The Growth of Medicine.” Buck discusses his challenges in sourcing reliable historical information and shares his experience working with a valuable collection of medical texts in Lexington, Kentucky. He emphasizes his commitment to portraying the lives and contributions of key medical figures while acknowledging the complexities of organizing the narrative by geographical and professional distinctions in the medical field. This preface highlights the scholarly diligence that informs the forthcoming chapters, setting the stage for a deep exploration of the evolution of medicine during a transformative era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Buck, Albert H. (Albert Henry), 1842-1922 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20015528 |
| Title |
The Dawn of Modern Medicine An Account of the Revival of the Science and Art of Medicine Which Took Place in Western Europe During the Latter Half of the Eighteenth Century and the First Part of the Nineteenth |
| Credits |
Produced by Turgut Dincer, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | R: Medicine |
| Subject | Medicine -- History -- 18th century |
| Subject | Medicine -- History -- 19th century |
| Subject | Medicine -- Europe -- History |
| Subject | Physicians -- Europe -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61196 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61196-9 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 651 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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