Contributions To Physical And Medical Knowledge: Principally From The West Of England (1799)

Contributions to Physical and Medical Knowledge: Principally from the West of England is a book written by Thomas Beddoes and published in 1799. The book is a collection of essays and scientific papers that Beddoes had written over the years, and it covers a wide range of topics related to physical and medical knowledge. The book is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the principles of chemistry and their application to medicine. Beddoes discusses the use of gases in medicine and experiments he conducted on the effects of different gases on the human body. He also examines the properties of various substances, including metals, acids, and alkalies, and their effects on the human body.The second part of the book focuses on the treatment of diseases. Beddoes discusses the use of different treatments, including bloodletting, purging, and the use of specific medicines. He also examines the causes of diseases, including environmental factors and heredity.The third part of the book is a collection of essays on various topics related to physical and medical knowledge. Beddoes discusses the use of electricity in medicine, the properties of different types of water, and the effects of different climates on the human body. He also examines the history of medicine and the contributions of different scientists and physicians.Overall, Contributions to Physical and Medical Knowledge: Principally from the West of England is an important work in the history of medicine and science. Beddoes was a pioneering figure in the field of medical research, and his work helped to lay the foundations for modern medicine. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of science and medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.