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Medicine in the American Colonies

Medicine in the American Colonies

an historical sketch of the state of medicine in the American Colonies, from their first settlement to the period of the Revolution
HistoryMedicine
Pages
106
Published
1966
Language
English

Synopsis

This book explores the state of medicine within the American Colonies. It details the practices, beliefs, and challenges faced by medical practitioners and patients during this formative period. Readers will gain insight into the early development of healthcare in America.

Prose complexity
7/10

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InformativeIntellectual

Genres

History Medicine

About the author

B
Beck, John B.

John B. Beck's writings span medical history and the study of the mind. Readers can explore his insights in works like Medicine in the American Colonies, Lectures on materia medica and therapeutics, and Art of dreaming. He offers a unique look at historical medical practices and the nature of dreams.