Chemical and Medical Report of the Properties of the Mineral Waters Of Buxton, Matlock, Tunbridge Wells, Harrogate, Bath, Cheltenham, Leamington, Malvern, and the Isle of Wight |
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| Author:
| Scudamore, Charles |
| Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - History of Medicine Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-108-06202-2 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2013 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $41.99 |
Book Description:
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When this report first appeared in 1820, mineral waters were often prescribed for various illnesses. It was with the medical profession in mind that physician Charles Scudamore (1779-1849) conducted his research into the chemical composition of these waters. Here he investigates nine British locations, meticulously documenting his results.
When this report first appeared in 1820, mineral waters were often prescribed for various illnesses. It was with the medical profession in mind that physician Charles Scudamore (1779-1849) conducted his research into the chemical composition of these waters. Here he investigates nine British locations, meticulously documenting his results.