A Few Practical Observations On The Injuries Incidental To Warfare (1854)

By George Borlase Childs

Book Overview

A Few Practical Observations On The Injuries Incidental To Warfare is a book written by George Borlase Childs in 1854. The book is a comprehensive guide that explores the various injuries that soldiers may sustain during warfare. It provides practical advice on how to treat these injuries and offers insights into the best practices for managing wounded soldiers in the field.The book covers a wide range of topics related to battlefield injuries, including gunshot wounds, burns, fractures, and amputations. It also discusses the psychological impact of warfare and offers advice on how to manage soldiers suffering from mental trauma.Throughout the book, Childs draws on his own experiences as a surgeon in the British Army, providing real-life examples of the injuries he has encountered and the treatments he has administered. He also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the various injuries and treatments.Overall, A Few Practical Observations On The Injuries Incidental To Warfare is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the impact of warfare on the human body and mind. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by soldiers and medical professionals during times of conflict and offers practical advice that is still relevant today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164526081
• ISBN13: 9781164526087
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"