Experiments On The Red And Quill Peruvian Bark: With Observations On Its History, Mode Of Operation, And Uses (1785) - Softcover

Irving, Ralph

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1104746417 ISBN 13: 9781104746414

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

Experiments On The Red And Quill Peruvian Bark: With Observations On Its History, Mode Of Operation, And Uses (1785) is a book written by Ralph Irving. The book is a detailed account of experiments conducted on the red and quill varieties of Peruvian bark, also known as cinchona bark. The author provides a history of the use of cinchona bark in medicine, particularly in the treatment of malaria. The book also describes the mode of operation of cinchona bark and its various uses in medicine. The experiments conducted by the author involve the administration of cinchona bark to patients suffering from malaria and other fevers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the use of natural remedies in the treatment of diseases.And On Some Other Subjects Connected With Phenomena And Doctrines Of Vegetable Astringents.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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1104746417
• ISBN 13: 9781104746414
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 194