The "Elixir Of Life." Dr. Brown-Séguard'S Own Account Of His Famous Alleged Remedy For Debility And Old Age, Dr. Variot'S Experiments And Contemporaneous Comments Of The Profession And The Press
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A sensation in Victorian-era medical circles, The "Elixir of Life" captures the electrifying moment when Charles-Édouard Brown-Séquard, famed neurologist and scientific pioneer, astonished the world with his controversial remedy for debility and old age. Imagine the late 19th century: a time when the boundaries of science and medicine were being redrawn, and the quest for anti-aging remedies was as urgent as ever. This remarkable volume, penned by Newell Dunbar, presents Brown-Séquard's own account, Dr Variot's revealing experiments, and the spirited reactions of medical professionals and t...
A sensation in Victorian-era medical circles, The "Elixir of Life" captures the electrifying moment when Charles-Édouard Brown-Séquard, famed neurologist and scientific pioneer, astonished the world with his controversial remedy for debility and old age. Imagine the late 19th century: a time when the boundaries of science and medicine were being redrawn, and the quest for anti-aging remedies was as urgent as ever. This remarkable volume, penned by Newell Dunbar, presents Brown-Séquard's own account, Dr Variot's revealing experiments, and the spirited reactions of medical professionals and the press. Curiosity abounds. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Rich with insight into historical health treatments and scientific experiments on aging, the text offers a window into the minds of medical professionals, historians, and those fascinated by the biography of scientists who shaped 19th century medical history. For collectors of medical texts and seekers of historical medical controversies, this is more than a document; it is a cultural touchstone. The "Elixir of Life" stands as a testament to the ambition and audacity of late 1800s scientific discoveries. It is a vital addition to any library of historical medical literature, inviting both the casual reader and the discerning collector to witness the unfolding drama of Victorian science, its hopes, its doubts, and its enduring legacy.
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