William Beaumont's Formative Years: Two Early Notebooks 1811-1821 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163147535)

William Beaumont's Formative Years: Two Early Notebooks 1811-1821 is a book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the early years of one of America's most famous physicians. The book contains two notebooks that were written by Beaumont during his formative years, when he was studying medicine and working as an army surgeon. These notebooks offer a unique perspective on Beaumont's life and work, and provide valuable insights into the medical practices of the time.The first notebook covers the period from 1811 to 1815, when Beaumont was studying medicine in Vermont. It contains detailed notes on his lectures, as well as observations on medical cases he encountered during his studies. The second notebook covers the period from 1819 to 1821, when Beaumont was serving as an army surgeon in Michigan. This notebook contains detailed notes on his medical treatments, as well as observations on the health and habits of the soldiers under his care.Throughout the book, readers will gain a deeper understanding of Beaumont's early life and the experiences that shaped his career as a physician. They will also gain valuable insights into the medical practices of the time, and how they have evolved over the years. Overall, William Beaumont's Formative Years: Two Early Notebooks 1811-1821 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, or the life and work of one of America's most famous physicians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: William Beaumont
ISBN-10: 1163147532
ISBN-13: 9781163147535
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.27d