Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the relentless battle against tuberculosis, a scourge that has decimated humanity for centuries. Painstakingly researched and spanning from the first identification of the disease in the 15th century to its rampant spread in the 19th century, this book traces humanity's evolving understanding and approaches to fighting it, from ancient folk remedies to groundbreaking scientific advancements. The author meticulously pieces together the remarkable contributions of visionaries like Villemin and Koch, whose work laid the foundation for understanding tuberculosis as a contagious disease and identifying the elusive bacillus that caused it. Through compelling narratives, the book explores the often-overlooked stories of courageous individuals who dedicated their lives to combating this deadly foe and highlights the pivotal role of public health measures in controlling the epidemic. By examining the history of tuberculosis, the book reveals not only the evolution of medical knowledge but also the broader social and cultural factors that have shaped our understanding of disease and health. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243354511_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243354511
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243354511
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)