Leprosy In India: A Report (1877)

By Timothy Richards Lewis and David Douglas Cunningham

Book Overview

Leprosy In India: A Report (1877) is a book written by Timothy Richards Lewis, a British physician who conducted research on leprosy in India during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of the prevalence, symptoms, and treatment of leprosy in India at the time. It also examines the social and cultural attitudes towards leprosy in India, and the challenges faced by medical professionals in addressing the disease. The book is based on Lewis's personal observations and experiences, as well as data collected from various sources such as medical journals and government reports. The book serves as a valuable historical document, shedding light on the medical and social realities of leprosy in India during the colonial period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the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: 1164832077
• ISBN13: 9781164832072
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"