Lister As I Knew Him

By John Rudd Leeson

Book Overview

Lister As I Knew Him is a memoir written by John Rudd Leeson about his personal experiences with Joseph Lister, a prominent surgeon and pioneer of antiseptic surgery. Leeson worked as Lister's assistant during the latter years of Lister's life, and the book provides a detailed and intimate account of their time together.The book covers a range of topics related to Lister's life and work, including his groundbreaking research on antiseptic surgery, his relationships with other medical professionals, and his personal life. Leeson also shares anecdotes and personal stories about Lister, providing readers with a unique perspective on this important figure in medical history.Throughout the book, Leeson emphasizes Lister's dedication to his work and his commitment to improving the field of medicine. He also highlights Lister's humility and kindness, painting a picture of a man who was not only a brilliant scientist but also a compassionate and caring individual.Overall, Lister As I Knew Him offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most important figures in medical history, as seen through the eyes of someone who knew him well. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the life and work of Joseph Lister.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: 1163156183
• ISBN13: 9781163156186
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"