Life And Letters Of Dr. William Beaumont: Including Hitherto Unpublished Data Concerning The Case of Alexis St. Martin - Tapa blanda

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The book ""Life And Letters Of Dr. William Beaumont"" is a detailed account of the life and work of Dr. William Beaumont, a prominent physician and pioneer in the field of digestive physiology. The book also includes previously unpublished information about one of Beaumont's most famous cases, that of Alexis St. Martin, a French-Canadian fur trapper who suffered a gunshot wound to the stomach and became the subject of Beaumont's groundbreaking research on digestion.Written by Jesse S. Myer, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Beaumont's life, from his early years as a surgeon in the United States Army to his later work as a physician and researcher in St. Louis. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his contributions to the medical field.The book is particularly noteworthy for its detailed examination of the Alexis St. Martin case, which is widely regarded as one of the most important in the history of medical research. Myer draws on a wealth of primary source material to provide new insights into the case, including previously unpublished letters and documents.Overall, ""Life And Letters Of Dr. William Beaumont"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, as well as those interested in the life and work of one of America's most important medical pioneers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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