Odd Hours of a Physician (1871)

By John Darby

Book Overview

Odd Hours of a Physician is a book written by John Darby and was first published in 1871. The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes about the daily life of a physician. The author, who was a prominent physician during his time, shares his experiences with patients, colleagues, and the medical profession in general. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the author's life as a physician. The chapters cover topics such as medical education, the challenges of practicing medicine in the 19th century, and the author's experiences with various medical conditions and treatments. Throughout the book, the author provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of medicine during the Victorian era. He discusses the prevailing medical theories of the time, as well as the many challenges that physicians faced in treating patients. Overall, Odd Hours of a Physician is an engaging and informative book that provides readers with a unique perspective on the history of medicine. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the daily life of a physician in the 19th 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: 1437093914
• ISBN13: 9781437093919
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"