Lewis Atterbury Stimson (1918) - Edward Lawrence Keyes - Bog

The book ""Lewis Atterbury Stimson"" by Edward Lawrence Keyes is a biographical account of the life and career of Lewis Atterbury Stimson, a prominent American surgeon who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Stimson was a pioneer in the field of surgery and made significant contributions to the development of modern surgical techniques.The book provides a detailed description of Stimson's early life and education, his medical training and his work as a surgeon. It also covers his influential role in the establishment of the medical department at Cornell University, where he served as the first professor of surgery.Throughout the book, Keyes highlights Stimson's contributions to the field of surgery, including his work on gunshot wounds, his development of surgical instruments and techniques, and his advocacy for the use of antiseptics in surgery.The book also explores Stimson's personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his involvement in various social and political causes. Keyes presents a well-rounded portrait of Stimson as a brilliant surgeon, a dedicated teacher, and a compassionate human being.Overall, ""Lewis Atterbury Stimson"" is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of America's most influential surgeons.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.