The Charitable Pestmaster:The Cure of the Plague is a 17th-century medical treatise attributed to George Thomson, published in 1665 during the height of the Great Plague of London. This work serves as both a practical guide and a compassionate appeal to the public,...

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The Postal Service (Fifth Edition) is a comprehensive exploration of the history, development, and operations of postal systems, primarily focusing on the United Kingdom. Authored by Arthur Charles Forsdike, this detailed volume traces the evolution of mail delivery...

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The Anatomist Dissected or the Man-Midwife Finely Brought to Bed is a satirical and critical pamphlet published in 1727, examining the conduct of Mr. Nathaniel St. André, surgeon and anatomist to King George I, in relation to the infamous case of Mary Toft, the...

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On Criminal Abortion in America is a seminal 19th-century treatise by Dr. Horatio Robinson Storer, a pioneering American physician and advocate for the medicalization and criminalization of abortion. First published in 1860, this work provides a comprehensive...

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I-em-hotep and Ancient Egyptian Medicine II. Prevention of Valvular Disease: The Harveian Oration delivered before the Royal College of Physicians on June 21, 1904 is a fascinating exploration of the intersection between ancient wisdom and modern medical understanding,...

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A Short Narrative of an Extraordinary Delivery of Rabbets Perform'd by Mr. John Howard Surgeon at Guilford is a fascinating and peculiar historical account first published in 1727, chronicling one of the most bizarre medical cases of the eighteenth century. The book...

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A Letter on the Late Post Office Agitation is a thought-provoking pamphlet authored by Thomas Moore, first published in 1838. This work delves into the heated public debate surrounding the British postal system reforms of the early nineteenth century, particularly...

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Good Councell against the Plague: Shewing Sundry Present Preseruatiues for the Same, by Wholsome Fumes, Drinks, Vomits, and Other Inward Receits is a fascinating 17th-century treatise offering practical advice and remedies for combating the deadly plague. Drawing on the...

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The Virtue and Use of Coffee With Regard to the Plague and Other Infectious Distempers is a fascinating 18th-century treatise that explores the medicinal properties and societal significance of coffee, particularly in the context of combating the plague and other...

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Epidemics Resulting from Wars by Friedrich Prinzing is a comprehensive historical and medical analysis of the devastating impact that wars have had on public health through the spread of infectious diseases. Drawing on a wide array of historical sources, the book...

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India and Indian Engineering: Three Lectures Delivered at the Royal Engineer Institute, Chatham, in July 1872 is a comprehensive and insightful work by General Sir George Chesney, offering a detailed exploration of the state of engineering and public works in colonial...

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The Doctor in History, Literature, Folk-Lore, Etc. is a comprehensive exploration of the figure of the doctor as depicted across various epochs and cultures. This book delves into the evolution of the medical profession, tracing its roots from ancient times through the...

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The Æsculapian Labyrinth Explored Or, Medical Mystery Illustrated is a provocative and satirical work first published in 1797 by Dr. E. Sibly. This book offers a critical and often humorous examination of the medical profession and its practices during the late 18th...

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A Treatise on Tobacco, Tea, Coffee, and Chocolate is a comprehensive and insightful work originally published in the 18th century by Simon Paulli, a renowned Danish physician and botanist. This treatise delves into the origins, history, preparation, and medicinal uses...

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List of Post Offices in Canada, with the Names of the Postmasters ... 1865 is a comprehensive historical directory that provides a detailed account of the postal system in Canada during the mid-19th century. Published in 1865, this invaluable reference work meticulously...

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List of Post Offices in Canada, with the Names of the Postmasters ... 1866 is a comprehensive historical directory that provides a detailed snapshot of the Canadian postal system as it existed in the mid-19th century. Published in 1866, this invaluable reference work...

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The Commerce and Navigation of the Erythraean Sea is a seminal work that brings together two of the most important ancient texts on maritime trade and exploration in the Indian Ocean and surrounding regions. This volume features a translation of the Periplus Maris...

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Men and Measures by Sir Alexander B. W. Kennedy is a fascinating exploration of the evolution of measurement systems and the individuals who shaped them throughout history. The book delves into the origins and development of weights and measures, tracing their journey...

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Postal Riders and Raiders is a captivating historical account that delves into the adventurous and perilous world of early American mail delivery. The book vividly chronicles the evolution of the postal system in the United States, focusing on the brave men—postal...

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The City That Was: A Requiem of Old San Francisco by Will Irwin is a vivid, evocative memoir that captures the spirit, character, and unique charm of San Francisco before the devastating earthquake and fire of 1906. Through a series of personal recollections, anecdotes,...

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