Description
This hardcover is a meticulously detailed inquiry into the statistics and pathology of liver abscess as encountered in the East Indies—a foundational medical historical document. If you’re a medical historian, researcher studying tropical medicine, or someone interested in the evolution of pathology during the colonial period, this text offers rare empirical insights into how physicians of that era understood and treated hepatic infections. The systematic documentation of cases and clinical observations makes it invaluable for understanding pre-modern diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. A specialized reference work for academic collections and serious students of medical history.
- Reading age: 12 years and up
- Print length: 220 pages
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 23 x 14 x 2 cm
- Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
- Publication date: 1 January 2024
- ISBN-10: 9362804743
- ISBN-13: 978-9362804747
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this book about?
This is a scholarly medical history text that examines liver abscess—its statistics, pathology, and clinical characteristics—as documented in East Indies practice. It provides historical epidemiological and pathological data from colonial medical records, making it valuable for researchers studying the history of tropical medicine and historical pathology.
Who should read this book?
Medical historians, pathology researchers, historians of colonial medicine, and academic libraries will find this text most relevant. It’s intended for readers with background knowledge in medicine or history seeking primary historical documentation rather than general audiences.
How many pages does this book have?
The hardcover edition contains 220 pages of detailed medical inquiry and statistical analysis. The content is dense and scholarly, designed as a reference work rather than light reading.
Where can I buy this medical history book in India?
You can purchase this hardcover directly at The Bookish Owl (thebookishowl.in). It’s stocked and ready to ship across India at ₹1001. It’s a specialized title, so online purchase ensures availability without visiting multiple bookstores.
Is this book suitable for medical students?
While of historical interest, this text is more suited to medical historians, research scholars, and libraries rather than standard medical curriculum. Medical students interested in the history of tropical medicine or epidemiology may find it a valuable supplementary reference.
