Philadelphia, College of Physicians of
Mutter Museum: Historic Medical Photographs
- ISBN 13:
- 9780922233281
- author:
- Philadelphia, College of Physicians of
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Blast Books,U.S.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 228 mm X 279 mm
- Genre:
- Exhibition catalogues and specific collections
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Mütter Museum Historic Medical Photographs is a unique collection of rare and poignant images that reveal the progress of medicine over time. Featuring historic photographs taken between the 1860s and 1940s, this book showcases the work of talented photographers who documented patients' conditions and medical techniques used during that era. These extraordinary photographs demonstrate how far medicine has advanced, offering a glimpse into the lives of people who endured illnesses and treatments with limited knowledge. The images range from Civil War photographs to pathological anomalies, providing a fascinating insight into the past. By examining these haunting visual documents, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the history of medical photography and its significance in the development of modern medicine.
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