Complete Record - Heirs of Hippocrates No. 1088

EDWARD JENNER (1749-1823) An inquiry into the causes and effects of the variolae vaccinae, a disease . . . known by the name of the cow pox. Printed for the author by S. Low 1800 2nd ed. vii, 182 pp., 4 col. plates. 25.6 cm.

For more information on this author or work, see number: 1086

Jenner's early work met with strong opposition from among the medical profession, and in 1800 he published this second edition which contained, in addition to Further observations on the variolae vaccinae, "A continuation of facts and observations . . ." in order to strengthen his case.

Cited references: Cushing J44; Osler 1252; Waller 5138; Wellcome III, p. 351

Gift of John Martin, M.D.