Lister As I Knew Him

By John Rudd Leeson

Book Overview

Lister As I Knew Him is a biographical book written by John Rudd Leeson about his personal experiences with Joseph Lister, a renowned British surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery. Leeson, who was Lister's assistant for a number of years, provides an intimate portrait of Lister's life and work, including his groundbreaking research on antisepsis and his contributions to the medical field.The book delves into Lister's personal life, including his upbringing, education, and family, as well as his professional career, which spanned decades and included numerous accolades and honors. Leeson also discusses Lister's relationships with other prominent figures in the medical field, including William Osler and Louis Pasteur.Throughout the book, Leeson provides a detailed account of Lister's innovative surgical techniques and his tireless efforts to promote the use of antiseptics in medical practice. He also explores Lister's impact on the medical community and the legacy he left behind.Overall, Lister As I Knew Him is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the life and work of one of its most influential figures.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: 1432556649
• ISBN13: 9781432556648
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"