An account of the diseases of India : As they appeared in the English Fleet, and in the Naval Hospital at Madras, in 1782 and 1783, with observations(Paperback, Charles Curtis)
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About The Book: An Account of the Diseases of India by Charles Curtis documents medical conditions observed in the English fleet and the Naval Hospital at Madras during 1782–1783. Curtis provides detailed descriptions of prevalent diseases, particularly ulcers and hospital sores, offering insights into tropical medicine and naval healthcare during British colonial rule. His observations reflect early attempts to understand and manage health challenges faced by Europeans in India’s unfamiliar climate, contributing significantly to the development of medical practices in colonial settings and maritime medicine. About The Author: Charles Curtis was a British naval surgeon known for his detailed medical observations during the late 18th century. His work, particularly An Account of the Diseases of India, highlights the health challenges faced by British forces in colonial India and contributed to the early study of tropical and naval medicine. The Title 'An account of the diseases of India : As they appeared in the English Fleet, and in the Naval Hospital at Madras, in 1782 and 1783, with observations on ulcers, and the hospital sores of that country, &c. &c. ; written/authored/edited by Charles Curtis', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370972063 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 330 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Biotechnology. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.
