John Hunter; G. Richelot; Philippe Ricord — Traite de la Maladie Venerienne

Paris, J. B. Bailliere, 1852. Leather. The second edition in French of John Hunter's important treatise on venereal diseases, an influential work with late additions by Philippe Ricord. Illustrated with nine folding plates. The second edition of this work on French.Originally written in English by John Hunter.Hunter's important treatise on venereal diseases. He was considered to be the leading authority on the subject at the time. This work details his research and medical opinions on venereal diseases, such as his advice for gonorrhea and syphilis being treated with mercury and cauterization. Illustrated with nine folding plates.Collated, complete.Translated into French by Gustave-Antoine Richelot.With notes and additions by Philippe Ricord, who disproved Hunter's research, finding that syphilis and gonorrhea were not the same disease. In a half calf binding with marbled paper to the boards. Externally, generally smart. Cracks to the joints. A little chip and loss to the head of the spine. Minor marks and rubbing to the boards and spine. Light bumping to the spine and extremities. Front hinge is a little strained. Prior owner's ink inscription to the recto to the front endpaper. Stamp to the verso to the rear endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean with a few odd spots. Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Good .