Thomas Dover, Of Dover's Powder: Physician And Buccaneer (1896)

By William Osler

Book Overview

Thomas Dover, Of Dover's Powder: Physician And Buccaneer is a book written by William Osler in 1896. The book tells the story of Thomas Dover, a physician and buccaneer who lived during the 17th and 18th centuries. Dover is best known for creating a medicinal powder that became popular throughout Europe and the Americas. The book explores Dover's life as a physician and his involvement in piracy, as well as his contributions to medicine. Osler also delves into the historical context of Dover's life, including the political and social climate of the time. The book is a fascinating account of a unique individual who played a significant role in both medicine and piracy during his lifetime.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: 110441337X
• ISBN13: 9781104413378
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"