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Simpson and Syme of Edinburgh

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Book Description

A smart copy of this biography of two remarkable Edinburgh doctors from the 19th Century. James Simpson's discovery of the use of chloroform gained him a place in medical history. James Syme was a well known Leith physician who became president of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Simpson and Syme of Edinburgh, by John A. Shepherd. Published by E & S Livingstone Ltd, Edinburgh and London, 1969. First edition. A near fine green cloth hardback with gilt title to spine. The dustjacket is very good, and covered with removable, clear protective plastic. Mild wear to extremities and one 2cm top edge tear to front. Not price clipped. Soundly bound. Text is bright and clean throughout. Previous owner's ink inscription to final blank endpaper. Text in English. xv + 288pp + 20 Plates. Weight: approximately 515g (unpacked).  Dimensions: Approximately 223mm tall x 148mm wide x 25mm deep.
Author John A. Shepherd
Date 1969
Binding Hardback with dustjacket
Publisher E & S Livingstone Ltd, Edinburgh and London
Condition Near fine.
Pages xv + 288pp + 20 Plates.

Price: £20.00

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