Autobiography of Samuel D. Gross, M.D. ...

Autobiography of Samuel D. Gross, M.D. ...

Samuel David Gross

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781145466081
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Discover the life and times of one of America’s preeminent surgeons in the 'Autobiography of Samuel D. Gross, M.D., With Sketches of His Contemporaries.' This remarkable autobiography offers a fascinating glimpse into the 19th-century medical world through the eyes of a man who helped shape it. Samuel David Gross (1805-1884) recounts his personal journey, from his early years and medical training to his distinguished career as a professor and surgeon. His narrative is enriched with insightful sketches of his contemporaries, providing a unique perspective on the leading figures and medical practices of his era. This autobiography is more than just a personal memoir; it is a valuable historical document for anyone interested in the history of medicine, American biography, and the social and intellectual landscape of the 19th century. Experience the life and legacy of a true medical pioneer in this enduring work.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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