Reminiscences Of A Virginia Physician (1849)

By P S Ruter

Book Overview

Reminiscences Of A Virginia Physician is a memoir written by P. S. Ruter in 1849. The book is a personal account of the author's life as a physician in Virginia during the 19th century. The memoir provides a detailed insight into the medical practices of the time, as well as the social and cultural aspects of life in Virginia. The author describes his experiences treating various illnesses and injuries, including epidemics such as cholera and yellow fever. He also shares his thoughts on the state of medical education and the challenges faced by practitioners in the field. Additionally, the book includes anecdotes about notable figures in Virginia, including Thomas Jefferson and John Marshall. Overall, Reminiscences Of A Virginia Physician is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the medical profession and life in Virginia during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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: 1165682079
• ISBN13: 9781165682072
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"