Vetch John (47 results)

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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: good. Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Limited edition hardcover bound in black full leather with raised bands on spine, gilt titles and gilt decorations on boards and spine. Gilt page edges. Pages clean and unmarked. Covers show very minor shelf wear. Binding is tight, hinges strong. Previous owner's bookplate inside front cover, indicating this is copy #52 of 5,000. Companion booklet laid inside front cover.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. PHL 037629 CARP Vol II only. Solid red cloth hard cover with some wear and soiling. With a thin section of the top of the front board chewed away by a rodent. Ex-library Binding remains tight and book is readable. 568pp.

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Condition: Very Good. AL: Classics of Ophthalmology Library Gryphon Editions 1986. Limited edition #633/5000. Leather hardcover 8vo 267 pgs. Color frontis and color plates at rear. Near fine. Black leather with gilt. Gilt pg edges. Marbled endpapers. Ribbon bookmark. Very slight scuffing to leather at 2 corners. Leather bookplate affixed to front pastedown with gilt lettering and former owner's name. Contents fine. Publisher's 16 pg booklet laid in. Inquire if you need further information.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

paperback. Condition: New. Reissue. Special order item direct from the distributor.

Leather Bound. Condition: Very Good. crisp clean w/light shelfwear/edgewear - may have remainder mark Standard-sized.

Full Leather. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. Reprint. Full dark brown leather with gilt decorations and titling. All edges gilt. Light scuff on rear cover, otherwise fine. #24 of 5000 copies, it says on the little leather label on the inside of the front cover, which also lists the subscriber's name. Descriptive pamphlet and introductory letter laid in. Reprint of the 1820 original.

Condition: Very Good. Birmingham, AL: The Classics of Ophthalmology Library, 1986. B/W frontispiece and intermittent full-color illustrations. Limited edition; number 633/5000. A fine book with publisher's limitation bookplate, including previous owner's name, to front free endpaper. Inquire if you need further information.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of ophthalmic medicine and challenges the claims of a rival ophthalmologist, Sir William Adams, to advancements in the treatment of ophthalmia. The author details the successful treatment of over 3,000 cases during his tenure with the British Army and argues that his approach was superior to that of Adams, who advocated for a more invasive surgical procedure. The book offers a meticulous account of the author's techniques, including the use of caustic substances to restore the health of the palpebral linings, a crucial factor in preventing the spread of ophthalmia. Through meticulous documentation and a thorough understanding of the disease, this book provides valuable insights into the evolution of ophthalmic treatments and underscores the importance of proper medical care in combating this debilitating condition. Its detailed analysis of a specific historical debate enriches our understanding of the complexities of medical advancements. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket As Issued. Color Plates (illustrator). Facsimile Edition. Facsimile of 1820 edition. Collector's edition bound in full black leather, with gilt decorated spine & covers, all edges gilt, marbled endpapers, 8vo, 268pp. Leather limitations label affixed to endpaper: #622 of 5000 copies. Includes publisher's pamphlet. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Book.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously examines the outbreak of an ophthalmia epidemic in the early 19th century, providing a detailed analysis of the disease's symptoms, causes, and the treatment methods employed to combat it. The author, a medical professional, draws upon firsthand observations and extensive research to present a comprehensive account of this historical medical event. The book delves into the complexities of the disease, tracing its origins to a military campaign in Egypt and exploring the factors that contributed to its spread. The author discusses the challenges faced by medical practitioners in understanding and treating the condition, shedding light on the evolution of medical knowledge and practices during that era. This book serves as a valuable resource for medical historians, ophthalmologists, and anyone interested in the intricacies of disease outbreaks and their impact on human health and history. 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.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively explores the causes, symptoms, and treatment of ocular inflammation, an eye condition that can result in permanent vision loss if left untreated. A crucial contribution to the advancement of ophthalmic knowledge, this book provides a detailed account of successful anti-inflammatory treatments and is credited as one of the manuscripts encouraging medical practitioners to utilize bloodletting as early intervention to prevent vision loss when managing various stages of eye inflammation. The author observes that through scientific observation, physicians can identify inflammation's differing characteristics and obtain favorable results by understanding the distinctions between conjunctival and sclerotic inflammation and using localized depletion to address the inï ammation of the sclerotic coat and cornea. The surgical techniques described within reflect the extensive research and experience of the author and have helped shape the methodologies used by ophthalmic surgeons for centuries. 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.

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Gebunden. Condition: New. KlappentextThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original w.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback in very good condition. Previous owner has penned FEP. Light shelf and handling wear, including minor creasing to edges and corners, and tanning to cover. Within, pages are tightly bound, and content is unmarked. CN. Used.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

203 x 126 mm. 8vo. [viii], 25 pp. Self-wraps. Very good. FIRST EDITION. Vetch described trachoma for the first time in his An account of the ophthalmia which has appeared in England since the return of the British Army from Egypt (London, 1807, Garrison and Morton 5839).