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Man's activities have been tainted by disaster ever since the serpent first approached Eve in the garden. And the world of medicine is no exception. In this outrageous and strangely informative book, Richard Gordon explores some of history's more bizarre medical disasters. He creates a catalogue of mishaps including anthrax bombs on Gruinard Island, destroying mosquitoes in Panama, and Mary the cook who, in 1904, inadvertently spread Typhoid across New York State.
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Bizarre medical mishaps throughout history for curious minds.
Who is this book for?
If you're fascinated by the strange and sometimes horrifying side of medical history, this book will keep you hooked. Richard Gordon shares bizarre incidents and disasters that illustrate how human error and unintended consequences have shaped medicine. It's both eye-opening and darkly entertaining, perfect for those interested in the peculiar stories behind medical progress.
