Observations On Diseases Incidental To Seamen (1772)

By Lewis Rouppe and Louis Rouppe

Book Overview

""Observations On Diseases Incidental To Seamen"" is a medical book written by Louis Rouppe in 1772. The book provides a comprehensive account of the various diseases that seamen were susceptible to during their voyages. It covers a wide range of illnesses including scurvy, dysentery, typhus, and smallpox, along with their symptoms, causes, and possible treatments. The author also provides advice on how to prevent these diseases and maintain good health while at sea. The book is based on Rouppe's personal experiences as a medical practitioner on board ships, as well as his observations of the health conditions of sailors during his travels. The book is considered a valuable resource for historians and medical professionals interested in the health and wellbeing of sailors during the 18th century.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: 1166620948
• ISBN13: 9781166620943
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 466 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"