De Cortice Peruviano... [Latin]

By William Wishart (præses) and William Wishart (prses)

De Cortice Peruviano... is a historical work, written in Latin, focusing on the Peruvian bark and its medicinal properties. This treatise likely delves into the early understanding and utilization of what we now know as quinine, a crucial medicine derived from the bark of the cinchona tree. As a historical document, it offers insights into the scientific and medical practices of the 18th century, revealing the methods of botanical study and pharmaceutical knowledge of the time. Scholars and historians of medicine will find this text invaluable for understanding the context in which quinine became a vital treatment.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Latin
• ISBN: 1247046672
• ISBN13: 9781247046679
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"