John Freind M D (3 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Collected Edition. Full contemporary calf, rubbed and worn at the extremities, recently rebacked with spine and endpapers renewed. Firm and square, strong hinges. Contents tight, fresh and clean. No pen-marks, just a small hardly noticeable stamp mark at the title-page and a small rusthole in one leaf (5B2) slightly affecting a couple of characters. Also, prelims are moderately dusty and spotted and have a few silked repairs to the blank margins. Size: Folio; collation: pp. [viii], viii, 6, xxx, [vi], 224, [iii], 238-591, [i], 25, xi, [ii], complete with portrait plate (which is bound in as a prelim instead of following page 224). Thus a very good copy. The first collected edition, published posthumously, of John Freind's medical writings, with any written in English (including his most famous work, History of Physick) translated into Latin by his friends and executors. Freind (1675-1728) was one of the promising undergraduates that the dean of Christ Church, Henry Aldrich, engaged in producing classical editions (he edited Demosthenes and Ovid), but he soon turned to medicine and his lasting legacy is as the author of the History of Physick, 'a standard reference for many years' (ODNB). ESTC T95591.

Two Volumes. 8vo. [iv] 312pp, [iv] 415pp, [1] 72pp. Contemporary panelled calf, Baronial Book-plates. mixed set of this first History of Medicine written by an Englishman, comprising the third edition of the First Part and second edition, corrected of the Second part. 'Freind conceived the idea for this history while imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1722, sent for his supposed support for the exiled Stuarts. Freed by his compatriot Richard Mead, Freind went on to complete this work, which is now rightly considered a classic and easily the most accessible and readable history of the period which it studies. Excellent Collectable Set in Excellent contemporary binding.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: French. Language: French. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1728. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages: - 432, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 432 432.