On the Injurious Effects of Mercury in the Treatment of Disease

First published in 1853, this book highlights the dangers of mercury in the treatment of diseases. Written by the eminent physician Samuel Osborne Habershon, the book draws on a range of medical cases to illustrate the toxic effects of mercury on the human body. A compelling read for anyone interested in the history of medicine.

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