Description
Hardcover has some wear and fading. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is very secure.
This vintage medical reference book, published by the renowned pharmaceutical company Merck & Co, offers a comprehensive review of the nature and treatment of gout, a form of arthritis characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints. Gout has a long and storied history, with references dating back to ancient Egyptian texts and the writings of Hippocrates. In the past, it was often referred to as “the disease of kings” due to its association with a rich diet and excessive alcohol consumption. This book likely reflects the medical understanding and treatments available in the mid-20th century, before the development of modern gout medications. Despite its age and wear, the secure binding and clean pages suggest that this copy has been well-preserved, making it a fascinating artifact for collectors interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of treatments for this age-old condition.
