The Life And Letters Of Fielding H. Garrison

The Life and Letters of Fielding H. Garrison is a biographical work written by Solomon R. Kagan. The book chronicles the life and career of Fielding H. Garrison, a prominent American medical historian and librarian who lived from 1870 to 1935. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers Garrison's early life, education, and career as a physician. It also explores his interest in medical history and his decision to pursue it as a full-time career. The second part of the book is a collection of Garrison's letters, which provide insight into his personal life, as well as his professional interests and achievements. Throughout the book, Kagan delves into Garrison's contributions to the field of medical history, including his role in establishing the History of Medicine Division of the National Library of Medicine. Kagan also explores Garrison's relationships with other prominent figures in the field, such as William Osler and Harvey Cushing. Overall, The Life and Letters of Fielding H. Garrison provides a detailed and comprehensive look at the life and work of one of the most influential figures in American medical history.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.

James J. Walsh was Professor of Philosophy, Columbia University.