- The Works of the Famous Philosopher Containing His Complete master-Piece, and Family Physician, His Experienced midwife, His Book of Problems and Remarks on Physiognomy to the Original Work is Added an Essay on Marriage; Its Duties and Enjoyment
London, J. Smith. Green Cloth, 24mo - over 5" - 5¾" tall. Hardback, A fascinating insight into medical knowledge at the end of the 19th century. This book is divided into two parts. The first one is about Marriage and includes much advice including on errors in marriage, infidelity, eccentricities of nature etc. The Master-Piece itself deals with the womb in detail. The second part of this book is a Guide to Child-Bearing Women meant for the general public as well as for midwives. Included are plates of child in uterus (not always very accurate). Light fading to cover and some spots. Tight and clean inside, with previous owner name and date (1887) on free endpaper. Light shelf wear to spine but book tight. Very Good.
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