Ledger book, 9x11.5. Pages numbered 285-588, with 285-469 actually used. Minor soil and wear to the covers, endpaper reinforced with heavy tape, but overall clean and good.
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The product is a first edition antique medical book titled "Health Habits" by John Harvey Kellogg, published in 1915 by Macmillan in New York. The hardcover book is illustrated and written in English, focusing on the subject of science and medicine with a specific emphasis on health. This historical piece of American origin offers a unique insight into the practices and beliefs surrounding health in the early 20th century, making it a valuable addition to any collection of antiquarian books.
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The "Forgotten Home Apothecary: 250 Power Remedies At Your Fingertips" by N. Apelian is a first edition nonfiction book aimed at adult readers. It is an illustrated activity book filled with 250 natural remedies to help with various health issues. The book, published in 2024, follows the literary movement of naturalism and provides practical advice for readers interested in alternative treatments. With each remedy carefully explained and illustrated, this apothecary guide offers a wealth of knowledge for those looking to explore natural healing practices.
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ANTIQUE MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS by ELISABETH BENNION c.1979 Illustrates the design and development of medical, surgical, and dental instruments, functional aids, medicine receptacles, and infant and invalid feeding utensils from the Middle Ages to 1870
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Born on January 5, 1742, in Gaillac, he was the eldest of 12 siblings. He was probably the first to describe amyloid in liver in 1789 when he noted a lard-like substance in an elderly woman's liver.
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Notes: Item in good condition.
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Notes: Item in good condition.
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There is the beginning of binding issues, but the pages all seem to be securely intact. There are several leaves pressed between pages. Still displays nicely! Good luck!
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Notes: Item in good condition and has highlighting/writing on text.
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Notes: Item in very good condition!
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New Physiognomy or, Signs of Character as Manifested Through Temperament and External Forms, and Especially in “The Human Face Divine.” By Samuel R. Wells With more than one thousand illustrations! Published in 1878. Hardcover with leather spine and corners. 768 pages. Condition: some dirt and wear to exterior. Name written inside. Binding/outer cover boards show partial splits but remain attached. Some dirt, age wear. Some stains. Book still present decently well and interior pages are largely quite crisp.
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Notes: Item in good condition and has highlighting/writing on text.
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Good condition.
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