Description: I'm offering a small leather book titled " A Narrative Of The Life And Medical Discoveries Of Samuel Thomson" by Samuel Thomson. Published in 1833 by Jarvis, Pike & Company - Columbus, Ohio. "Containing An Account Of His System Of Practice And The Manner Of Curing Disease With Vegetable Medicine, Upon A Plan That's Entirely New." ------------------------------------ Google says:A self-taught practitioner, Thomson (1769-1843) developed and patented a system of medical treatment based on his theory that death results from the diminution of heat in the human body. To produce sufficient heat in ailing patients, he prescribed a regimen of lobelia, cayenne pepper, herbal teas and tonics, and brandy or wine mixed with herbs, followed by a steam bath. He published a manual for using this system and sold it successfully through a large network of agents. "Although he believed that every man should be his own family's physician and opposed the institutionalization of his methods, many of his followers established themselves as professional healers...The establishment of several Thomsonian medical colleges, journals, and infirmaries contributed further to the establishment of the movement as a medical sect....Although Thomson's system proved to be no more beneficial than [mainstream] medicine, its acceptance by a significant portion of the general public caused many physicians to rethink the advisability of relying to such a great degree on bloodletting and calomel, methods that did far more harm than good. Thomson's greatest contribution to the advance of American medicine was the role he played in helping to rid the medical profession of these deleterious practices" --------------------------------- This is a rare little book that measures 6 3/4 inches tall and 4 inches wide - with 250 pages. In good condition - bumped corners of the leather cover --text block has mild/moderate soiling-minor foxing on pages- overall good condition for its age. Please see all pics - the book you see is the actual book you will receive. Please ask any questions you may have as my items are offered "As Is/No Returns" due to the fact that they are used, old and imperfect--FREE SHIPPING anywhere within the U.S. --no international shipping.__________________________________________________IMPORTANT BUYER REQUIREMENTS:NO ZERO FEEDBACK BUYERS PLEASE. Contact me FIRST for permission if you wish to purchase. I have the right to cancel the transaction if this requirement is not met.***Any buyer with zero feedback & an account that was opened the same day or within days will be immediately reported to ebay for investigation. I do not hesitate to call ebay for any/all scams so take your charades elsewhere. Thanks!***____________________________________________ Thanks for looking! Have fun on ebay!
Price: 99.99 USD
Location: Ohio
End Time: 2025-02-12T13:27:11.000Z
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Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
