What Is Hom?opathy? and Is There Any, and What Amount of Truth in It?

What Is Homœopathy? And Is There Any, And What Amount Of Truth In It? by John Tricker Conquest. This 1869 work surveys the principles, history, and practical implications of homeopathy, presenting a measured defense while acknowledging criticisms. The author examines the claim that remedies producing similar symptoms in health can cure disease, and that very small doses may be especially effective within a law-like framework akin to other scientific principles. He situates Homeopathy in a broad historical context, tracing its roots to Hippocrates and ancient writers, and argues that the core premise rests on observable phenomena comparable to established scientific laws. The monograph discusses the unsettled state of medical practice, critiques overreliance on potent medicines, and offers illustrative examples and testimonials that aim to demonstrate Homeopathy’s rational basis and potential benefits. While not denying objections, Conquest urges candid investigation, experimentation, and an open dialogue between medical traditions, envisioning a gradual, truth-seeking evolution in medical practice.