Oxford And Modern Medicine: A Letter To James Andrew (1890)

By Henry Wentworth Acland

Book Overview

Oxford and Modern Medicine: A Letter to James Andrew (1890) is a book written by Henry Wentworth Acland. The book is a letter addressed to James Andrew, a medical student at Oxford University, in which Acland discusses the state of modern medicine and its relationship with Oxford University. Acland was a prominent physician and professor of medicine at Oxford, and in this book, he reflects on the history of medicine and its current state, as well as the role of Oxford in shaping the future of medicine. He discusses the need for a more scientific approach to medicine and the importance of research and experimentation. Acland also reflects on the challenges faced by medical students and the importance of education in the field of medicine. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of medicine in the late 19th century and the role of Oxford University in shaping its future. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the development of modern medical practices.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: 112066926X
• ISBN13: 9781120669261
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"