0 items
book detail
MEDICINE -- Reginald Heber Fitz
American pathologist; named the disease now called appendicitis (1886) and proposed surgery for its cure. Important A.L.S., signed "R.H. Fitz," confirming the early use of inoculation against child-related disease. 2 pages, 8vo, on personal stationery. Boston, Oct. 19, 1911.
1843-1913 "Lady Montague deserves the credit of being the first English advocate. Her husband was then ambassador at ... ; noble%u2014and she safeguarded her children%u2014in that city. The custom of inoculation was well understood. Princess Caroline, afterwards Queen, was the influence which introduced the custom into England..."
- USD 300.00 > other currencies
- ordernr.: 4100
- bookseller: Argosy Book Store (USA)
This item is offered by:
Argosy Book Store (ABAA)
| Address | 116 E. 59th St. New York, NY 10022 |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Association | ABAA |
| Main contact | Judith Lowry |
| Other contacts | Naomi Hample (proprietor) Adina Cohen (proprietor) |
| Tel | (212) 753-4455 |
| Fax | (212) 593-4784 |
 | |
| Internet | www.argosybooks.com |
| Specialisation | Americana, Art, Autographs, First Editions. Modern First Editions,
Maps & Prints, Medicine & Science, Out-of-Print |
| Open times | Monday - Friday (10am-6pm)
Saturday (10am-5pm) Closed Saturdays June - August |
Conditions of sale
All items are offered subject to prior sale. Prices are net, and do not include shipping charges. We guarantee all our offerings. Items may be returned if not as described, within 5 days of receipt. Prior notification is necessary, and items must be carefully packed.