MEN OF STEEL Surgery In The Napoleonic Wars
Based on the author’s exhaustive researches, this is the first dedicated account of the practice of surgery during the pre-anaesthetic and pre-antiseptic days of the Napoleonic Wars. The author, a retired surgeon, captures both the background and the nature of the patients, the experience of wounding and the training of surgeons. The surgeons had to battle against contagion, infection and bleeding, often operating in the most appalling conditions but, in spite of this, some of their results were truly remarkable. This book takes a methodical approach working through the terrible effects of combat weapons at the time, the training and preparation of medical services and – in some detail – the treatment and recovery (or not) of battle wound victims.
Review
Michael’s matter-of-fact writing style and obvious mastery of his subject serves to fascinate rather than repel and I found it impossible to put down. Rather than the popular image of the wounded being subjected to the mercies of unskilled butchers, a picture emerges of a medical culture that was caring, competent and innovative. While this would make a great present for a shooting doctor of military enthusiast, it is a book that ought to be read by anyone interested in history. –Shooting Times
This book concentrates on the surgical practices during a particularly bloody period of English and European history with the French armies and allies pitted against the English with many Scots, Irish and Welsh involved in the fighting. It is beautifully illustrated. –The Surgeon
| Author/Editor | Michael Crummlin FRCS |
|---|---|
| Product Code | 28413 |
| Delivery | This item is usually dispatched Next Day |
| Format | 2020 N&M Press reprint (original pub 207). Softback 384pp Colour Illustrations throughout |
| ISBN | 9781783316311 |
