Observations On The Different Kinds Of Small Pox

by Alexander Monro

Observations On The Different Kinds Of Small Pox is a medical book written by Alexander Monro and published in 1818. The book provides a detailed account of the different types of smallpox, a highly contagious and often fatal disease that was prevalent in the 18th and 19th centuries. Monro, a Scottish physician and professor of anatomy and surgery, draws on his extensive clinical experience to describe the symptoms, course, and outcomes of the disease, as well as its various complications and treatments. He also discusses the history and epidemiology of smallpox, including its spread through Europe and the Americas, and the efforts to control and eradicate it through vaccination. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both medical professionals and lay readers interested in the history of medicine. Overall, Observations On The Different Kinds Of Small Pox is a valuable resource for understanding the medical and social impact of this devastating disease.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.

294 pages, Paperback

Published October 15, 2009

About the author

Alexander Monro primus was a Scottish surgeon and anatomist. His father, the surgeon John Monro, had been a prime mover in the foundation of the Edinburgh Medical School and had arranged Alexander's education in the hope that his son might become the first Professor of Anatomy in the new university medical school. After medical studies in Edinburgh, London, Paris and Leiden, Alexander Monro returned to Edinburgh, and pursued a career as a surgeon and anatomy teacher. With the support of his father and the patronage of the Edinburgh Lord Provost George Drummond, Alexander Monro was appointed foundation Professor of Anatomy at the University of Edinburgh. His lectures, delivered in English, rather than the conventional Latin, proved popular with students and his qualities as a teacher contributed to the success and reputation of the Edinburgh medical school. He is known as Alexander Monro primus to distinguish him from his son Alexander Monro secundus and his grandson Alexander Monro tertius, who both followed him in the chair of anatomy. These three Monros between them held the Edinburgh University Chair of Anatomy for 126 years.