Materia Medica and Therapeutics including Pharmacy and Pharmacology [Hardcover] Reynold Webb Wilcox

Description

1917 Tenth edition. Hardcover has significant wear, discoloration, scuffs and marks throughout. No dust jacket. Spine has tears on the top and bottom. Binding is loose on the cover but holding firm on the pages. Book has a slight bend to it. Pages are clean and largely unmarked aside from some small marks on some pages.

This well-worn copy of Wilcox’s “Materia Medica and Therapeutics” is a testament to its enduring value as a comprehensive guide to pharmacology and therapeutics. Published in 1917, during the rapid advancement of modern medicine, this tenth edition represents a pivotal moment in the field’s evolution. Wilcox’s meticulous compilation of drug information, therapeutic applications, and pharmaceutical practices offers a fascinating glimpse into the era’s medical knowledge and practices.

While the book’s exterior bears the scars of a century’s use, its interior pages remain remarkably intact, a testament to the care with which it was handled by generations of medical professionals and students. Each discoloration, scuff, and bend tells a story of the book’s journey through countless hands, libraries, and lecture halls, where it imparted invaluable wisdom to those seeking to alleviate human suffering.

For collectors and enthusiasts of medical history, this volume is a rare find, a tangible link to a time when the boundaries of pharmacology were being pushed ever further. Its well-preserved pages offer a window into the scientific thought and practical applications that laid the foundation for modern medicine, making it a prized addition to any collection dedicated to the evolution of healthcare.