In article <[log in to unmask]>, Chris Pearson
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>Jel.. What is the date of the imprint, and is it a first impression?
>These two points make quite a difference I believe.
>Also of course the state of preservation.. but these old medical books
>are getting very popular..
I had a quick look for a date and edition etc - and couldn't see any - I
will look closer tomorrow and get back to you - thanks.
>
>I have an old Welcome Medical Diary for 1930.. it is virtually a medical
>compendium, and is wonderful for dipping into for strange drugs..we
>really have it good these days. Imagine treating cystitis with :- "A
>hot fomentation to the hypogastrium, along with bed rest and a
>suppository of Morphine et Belladonna, and Hexamine and Methylene Blue
>by mouth for 14 days"....
is there any other way then?
Cheers.
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Jelly Bean [log in to unmask]
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....go find some waves.
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