Jenner and Vaccination: A Strange Chapter of Medical History (Classic Reprint)

Lingua: inglese

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2024

0282157948 / 9780282157944

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and controversial history of Edward Jenner's development and promotion of vaccination against smallpox. The author meticulously examines the early years of Jenner's career, exploring his scientific reputation prior to his work on cowpox. By scrutinizing Jenner's research methods and conclusions, the book sheds light on the origins of the now-famous legend surrounding cowpox's ability to protect against smallpox. Delving into the historical context of 18th-century medicine, the author analyzes the terminology and understanding of diseases like cowpox and smallpox, revealing how the mere similarity of their names may have contributed to the widespread acceptance of Jenner's claims. The book further explores the challenges Jenner faced, including conflicting evidence and skepticism from his contemporaries, and how he navigated these obstacles to ultimately gain widespread recognition for his work. This book offers a critical and thought-provoking examination of the historical narrative surrounding vaccination, raising questions about the role of scientific rigor, social influence, and public perception in shaping medical advancements. Ultimately, it invites readers to consider the complexities and nuances of how medical innovations are accepted and integrated into society, leaving a lasting impact on our understanding of this pivotal moment in medical history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Titolo
Jenner and Vaccination: A Strange Chapter of Medical History (Classic Reprint)
Autore
Charles Creighton
Editore
Forgotten Books
Anno di pubblicazione
2024
Condizione
New
Tipo di libro
print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
0282157948
ISBN 13
9780282157944
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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