A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts - Crumpler, Rebecca Lee
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"A Book of Medical Discourses, In Two Parts" by Rebecca Crumpler offers a vital glimpse into 19th-century medicine and infant care. This meticulously prepared reprint of a historical text provides valuable insights into maternal health, child health, and the understanding of diseases during Crumpler's time. Focused intently on the care of infants, the book addresses various aspects of their well-being. As a general medical resource, Crumpler's work sheds light on the historical context of medical practices and beliefs. It serves as a unique resource for those interested in the evolution of…mehr

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"A Book of Medical Discourses, In Two Parts" by Rebecca Crumpler offers a vital glimpse into 19th-century medicine and infant care. This meticulously prepared reprint of a historical text provides valuable insights into maternal health, child health, and the understanding of diseases during Crumpler's time. Focused intently on the care of infants, the book addresses various aspects of their well-being. As a general medical resource, Crumpler's work sheds light on the historical context of medical practices and beliefs. It serves as a unique resource for those interested in the evolution of medicine, particularly concerning infant care and diseases affecting young children. This book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and approaches to healthcare in an era vastly different from our own. Its careful preservation and republication offer a direct connection to the medical knowledge of the past. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Rebecca Lee Crumpler (1831-1895) was a pioneering African American physician and author, distinguished for her dedicated work in the medical field during the 19th century. Born in Delaware, she was raised by her aunt in Pennsylvania, whose compassion for the sick would greatly influence Crumpler's future career. Crumpler became the first African American woman to earn a medical degree when she graduated from the New England Female Medical College in 1864. Her resilience and dedication were profound, as she pursued her education and career during a time when both women and African Americans faced considerable societal and professional obstacles. After the Civil War, she moved to Richmond, Virginia, where she provided critical medical care to freed slaves who would otherwise have had limited access to health services. Dr. Crumpler's enduring legacy is encapsulated in her seminal work, 'A Book of Medical Discourses, in Two Parts' (1883), which is recognized as one of the earliest medical publications by an African American. In her book, she focuses on maternal and pediatric health, offering a blend of medical advice and moralistic narratives. Her writing style mirrors the ethos of the time, when medical practices were often interwoven with instructive life lessons. Dr. Crumpler's book serves as a valuable historical document, providing insights into the healthcare challenges and social conditions of her era. Not only does it highlight her contributions to the medical field, but it also solidifies her role as a trailblazer for women and minorities in healthcare.