Walter Reed And Yellow Fever

By Howard Atwood Kelly

Book Overview

Walter Reed and Yellow Fever is a book written by Howard A. Kelly that provides a detailed account of the life and work of Walter Reed, a renowned physician and scientist who played a pivotal role in the eradication of yellow fever. The book traces Reed's journey from his early days as a medical student to his groundbreaking research on yellow fever, which led to the development of a vaccine that saved countless lives.Through a combination of historical research and personal anecdotes, Kelly paints a vivid picture of Reed's life and the challenges he faced in his quest to find a cure for yellow fever. The book also explores the history of yellow fever, its devastating impact on society, and the various attempts made by scientists and physicians to combat the disease.In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of Reed's contributions to medicine, the book also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues. Overall, Walter Reed and Yellow Fever is a fascinating and informative read that sheds light on one of the most important medical discoveries of the 20th 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: 1428663819
• ISBN13: 9781428663817
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"