Medical Library and Historical Journal, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Albert Tracy Huntington

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483876607 ISBN 13: 9780483876606

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Historic medical scholarship in one 1906 volume.

This issue of the Medical Library and Historical Journal, Volume IV, gathers original articles, society notes, and reviews from the early 20th century. It showcases scholarly discussion, biographical sketches, and historical reflections that shaped medical libraries and practice.

In this edition, you’ll find a range of pieces—from professional addresses and memorials to library history and clinical insights—reflecting the editorial vision of Albert Tracy Huntington and his colleagues. The content blends historical narration with practical notes on libraries, medical education, and the evolution of medical publishing.

• In-depth discussions of graduation ceremonies and the ceremonial life of medical schools, plus comparisons with medieval and modern practices.
• Biographies, memorials, and reminiscences of notable physicians and librarians, with a focus on their contributions to medicine and libraries.
• Notes from society transactions, editorial commentary, and book reviews that illuminate the history of medical knowledge.
• Historical and bibliographic items, including index work and discussions of medical journals and publishing trends.

Ideal for readers of medical history, librarians, and scholars interested in the early 20th‑century practice of documenting medicine’s past.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483876607
• ISBN 13: 9780483876606
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 417