Lectures on the Principles and Practice of Physic, Vol. 1 of 2: Delivered at King's College, London (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Thomas Watson

9781333268633: Lectures on the Principles and Practice of Physic, Vol. 1 of 2: Delivered at King's College, London (Classic Reprint)

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Timeless medical insights from a 19th-century physician — a clear, accessible guide to the principles and practice of medicine as taught at King’s College London.

This volume gathers Watson’s early lectures on the foundations of clinical work, covering how diseases begin, how symptoms unfold, and how treatment choices are made. The writing aims to help beginners understand complex ideas through concrete explanations and real-world examples, while remaining faithful to the era’s medical understanding. This edition presents the core concepts in a structured, reader-friendly format that still resonates today.

Learn the basic language of medicine: signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and prognosis
Explore the causes and patterns of disease, from inflammation to dropsy and nervous disorders
See how clinicians approach treatment, including the rationale behind various therapeutic strategies
Gain historical context for modern medical practice and its enduring questions

Ideal for readers curious about the history of medical teaching, students of the history of science, and anyone seeking a clear view of how doctors were taught to think about disease in the past.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1333268637
ISBN 13: 9781333268633
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 763

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book by a lecturer of physiology, delivers a comprehensive exploration into the nature of disease. The author's intention is to provide a framework to understand disease as it manifests within the human body. The book is a collection of introductory lectures presented to students, aiming to equip them with the necessary understanding of the most important medical phenomena and how they relate to the art of healing. The book begins by defining the field of pathology, discussing its aims, and detailing the various ways in which the body may be affected by disease. The author then examines the major disease categories, exploring their causes, symptoms, and potential treatments. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the physiological processes involved in disease in order to effectively diagnose, treat, and prevent illness. By providing a solid foundation in pathology, this book helps readers gain a broader understanding of the human body and its response to disease, empowering them to make informed choices about their own health and the health of those around them. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333268633_0

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