Australia For The Consumptive Invalid: The Voyage, Climates, And Prospects For Residence (1865)

By Isaac Baker Brown Jr. and Isaac Baker Brown Jr

Book Overview

""Australia For The Consumptive Invalid"" is a book written by Isaac Baker Brown Jr. in 1865, which provides a comprehensive guide for consumptive invalids who are seeking to travel to Australia for health reasons. The book covers various aspects such as the voyage to Australia, the different climates and their suitability for invalids, and the prospects for residence in Australia. The author, who was a physician, provides detailed information on the best routes to Australia, the different types of accommodations available, and the medical facilities that are available for invalids in the country. He also discusses the different climates in Australia, their effects on the health of invalids, and the best regions to reside in for optimal health benefits.The book provides valuable insights into the medical practices of the time and includes information on the latest developments in the treatment of consumption, which was a prevalent disease in the 19th century. It also contains personal accounts of the author's experiences in Australia and his observations on the country's culture and society.Overall, ""Australia For The Consumptive Invalid"" is an informative and insightful guide that provides a unique perspective on the history of medical tourism and the development of Australia as a destination for health-seeking travelers.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: 1166581810
• ISBN13: 9781166581817
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"