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A System of Surgery:. Pathological, Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Operative (Fifth Edition, Greatly Enlarged and Thoroughly Revised) - In Two Volumes [One Volume].
Philadelphia, PA: Henry C. Lea, 1872. Fifth Edition. Full Leather. "Illustrated by upwards of fourteen hundred engravings." (from title page) The fifth edition saw an increase of approximately 450pp. of additional content (including a significant section on gunshot wounds derived from Civil War experiences). Arguably the most significant surgical treatise of the day. Very Good to Very Good+ (text block Fine). No DJ as Issued. Light shelf wear, light scuffing and rubbing, peeling on spine, light staining, light foxing, else tight, bright and unmarred. Full leather, black leather label, gilt lettering and decorative elements, five raised bands. 8vo. 1098pp. Illus. (b/w plates). Index. Item #13783
Price: $200.00