The Harveian Oration, 1865 (1865) - Henry Wentworth Acland - Bog

The Harveian Oration, 1865 is a book written by Henry Wentworth Acland. It is a transcript of the speech that he delivered at the Royal College of Physicians in London in 1865. The Harveian Oration is an annual lecture that is given in honor of the famous physician William Harvey, who discovered the circulation of blood in the human body. In this book, Acland discusses the importance of scientific research and the role of physicians in advancing medical knowledge. He also reflects on the legacy of William Harvey and his contributions to the field of medicine. The book provides valuable insights into the history of medicine and the development of medical knowledge in the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, the life of William Harvey, or the role of physicians in advancing scientific knowledge.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.