A Treatise on Consumption; Embracing an Inquiry into the Influence Exerted Upon it by Journeys, Voyages, and Change of Climate. With Directions for the Consumptive Visiting the South of Europe, and Remarks upon its Climate.

Sweetser, William

Published by T.H. Carter, Boston, 1836

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A Treatise on Consumption; Embracing an Inquiry into the Influence Exerted Upon it by Journeys, Voyages, and Change of Climate. With Directions for the Consumptive Visiting the South of Europe, and Remarks upon its Climate. By William Sweetser and printed in Boston by T.H. Carter. 1836. 9.5 x 5.75 . 8vo. Hardcover full cloth. In fair condition, with scuffing to exterior. Losses to title label on spine, along with wear and small tears to binding. Some starting and cracking to hinges at front and rear. Text block itself remains bound well. Staining to bottom third of pages. Light markings. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce work on the treatment methods of consumption (tuberculosis). A posthumous edition from William Sweetser, an American professor and physician associated with the University of Vermont, Massachusetts Medical Society, and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Treatise on Consumption; Embracing an Inquiry into the Influence Exerted Upon it by Journeys, Voyages, and Change of Climate. With Directions for the Consumptive Visiting the South of Europe, and Remarks upon its Climate.
• Publisher: T.H. Carter, Boston
• Publication Date: 1836
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fair
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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