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  • Hygeia, a City of Health

    I wrote this Address with the intention of dedicating it to you, as a simple but hearty acknowledgment by a sanitary student, himself well ripened in the work, of your pre-eminent position as the living leader of the sanitary reformation of this century. The favour the Address has received indicates notably two facts: the advance of public opinion on the subject of public health, and the ... Read more

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  • Hygeia, a City of Health

    Enriched edition. Exploring a Utopian Society Dedicated to Health and Well-Being

    In "Hygeia, a City of Health," Benjamin Ward Richardson presents a compelling vision of urban life steeped in the principles of health and hygiene. The book intertwines literature with social philosophy, drawing on contemporary movements in public health and urban planning during the late 19th century. Richardson's lyrical prose not only illustrates the physical layout of an ideal city but also ... Read more

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  • The Physiological Position of Alcohol

    Series series Short Reads in Popular Science
    "Cheers to the elixir of life, or a cautionary toast to the potion of peril?"Enter the intriguing debate on the physiological effects of alcohol with Benjamin Ward Richardson, a visionary author who invites you to explore "The Physiological Position of Alcohol." Travel back to June 1872 as Richardson delves into the mysteries and controversies surrounding alcohol's impact on the human body ... Read more

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  • Hygeia, a City of Health

    The immediate success of this Address caused me to lay it aside for some months, to see if the favour with which it was received would remain. I am satisfied to find that the good fortune which originally attended the effort holds on, and that in publishing it now in a separate form I am acting in obedience to a generally expressed desire. ... Read more

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  • On chloroform and other anæsthetics: their action and administration

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Era of Anesthesia: Administration and Effects

    In "On Chloroform and Other Anæsthetics: Their Action and Administration," John Snow presents a pioneering exploration of anesthesia that combines rigorous scientific inquiry with a passionate advocacy for its application in medicine. Written during the mid-19th century, a period marked by pivotal advancements in medical science, Snow employs a clear, methodical style to detail the physiological ... Read more

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    In an age where birth has often been overtaken by obstetrics, Dr Dick-Read's philosophy is still as fresh and relevant as it was when he originally wrote this book. He unpicks every possible root cause of western woman's fear and anxiety in pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding and does so with overwhelming heart and empathy. Essential reading for all parents-to-be, childbirth educators, ... Read more

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  • A Beginner's Guide to the Mechanics of Wrist and Pocket Watches - Including the History of Their Development and Some Famous Watch Makers

    by Anon ...
    This antiquarian volume contains a beginner's guide to watches, being an accessible and simplified description of the mechanics of wrist and pocket watches together with information on the history of their development. Written in clear, plain language and full of useful hints and clear explanations, this text is ideal for those with an interest in the workings of timepieces but who have little ... Read more

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  • Death, Disease & Dissection

    The Life of a Surgeon-Apothecary 1750–1850

    by Suzie Grogan ...
    " A deep dive into the education and lives of a medical professional's life over the span of 100 years . . . A good addition to any medical historian's library " ( The Lazy Historian).Imagine performing surgery on a patient without anesthetic or administering medicine that could kill or cure. Welcome to the world of the surgeon-apothecary.During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, significant ... Read more

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  • How Our Ancestors Died

    A Guide for Family Historians

    by Simon Wills ...
    What were the principal causes of death in the past? Could your ancestor have been affected? How was disease investigated and treated, and what did our ancestors think about the illnesses and the accidents that might befall them? Simon Willss fascinating survey of the diseases that had an impact on their lives seeks to answer these questions. His graphic, detailed account offers an unusual and ... Read more

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  • Myles Away From Dublin

    by Flann O'Brien ...
    Flann O'Brien (Brian O'Nolan, aka Myles na Gopaleen) adopted not only a new name (George Knowall) for these rarely seen pieces, but also a new persona. Writing his column 'Bones of Contention' for the Nationalist and Leinster Times, he took on the character of the quizzical and enquiring humorist who might be found in a respectable public house in Carlow: erudite, urbane and informative, he is the ... Read more

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  • Garden Design and Architects' Gardens

    Timeless Insights into Creating Stunning Outdoor Spaces

    by W. Robinson ...
    In "Garden Design and Architects' Gardens," W. Robinson offers a profound exploration of the relationship between architecture and landscape design, examining how gardens can serve as extensions of built environments. Through a meticulous blend of vivid descriptions and historical analysis, Robinson illuminates the artistic principles that govern the creation of harmonious outdoor spaces. The book ... Read more

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  • Massage and the Original Swedish Movements

    A guide for all those people wishing to learn the art of relaxation that is massage. Here is a step by step guide to laying your hands on first time through to solving problems such as insomnia and headaches. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, ... Read more

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