by John Leake
First published 2018
Dr. John Leake presents his clinical observations on childbed fever and acute conditions that threaten women during pregnancy and childbirth. This fifth edition expands his original work from 1777, incorporating additional medical insights gained through practice. Leake addresses the prevention and treatment of chronic ailments specific to women, drawing from his experience treating patients in 18th century London. The text examines disease conditions, symptoms, and therapeutic approaches available during an era of rapid medical advancement. Originally published by Baldwin and Payne in 1781, this two-volume work reflects the growing body of medical knowledge that characterized the period. Leake's practical approach focuses on real-world applications rather than theoretical speculation, offering guidance to fellow practitioners dealing with maternal health challenges that claimed many lives during this historical period.
Genres: medical, non-fiction, health, history-of-medicine, 19th-century, academic
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: practical-approach, real-world-applications
Setting: London
Period: 18th-Century
438 pages · Hardcover · Gale ECCO, Print Editions