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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a historical account of smallpox, the development of inoculation, and the groundbreaking discovery of vaccination as a public health measure. The author traces the origins of smallpox from ancient times to its worldwide prevalence in the 18th century, examining the devastating toll it took on populations. They then explore the practice of smallpox inoculation and its limitations, setting the stage for the author's revolutionary research on cowpox. The book provides a detailed look at the author's careful observations and experiments, leading to the development of vaccination. The author's work not only saved countless lives but also transformed the course of public health, offering a model for the prevention and control of infectious diseases. By immunizing individuals against smallpox, vaccination paved the way for the eradication of this deadly disease, demonstrating the profound impact that scientific inquiry and medical innovation can have on human health and well-being. 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 9780265720646_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780265720646
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780265720646
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