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Medicine on Trial by Dannie Abse ➤ Crown Publishers 1969
Medicine on Trial by Dannie Abse Crown Publishers 1969
Title: Medicine on Trial
Author: Dannie Abse
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Crown Publishers 1969
LCCN: 68-57019
Size: 7 X 9.75 X 1.4 * 352 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: 220 illustrations, of which 71 are in full color.
Until recently "the miracle of modern medicine" was taken for granted, together with the record of countless lives saved and of diseases conquered or prevented by the new wonder drugs. It seemed that medical research would soon find the answer to all diseases.
Then doubts began to surface. The term "side effects" crept into everyday language. The layman began to read of "penicillin-resistant bacteria," and penicillin-best-known of all the wonder drugs-swayed on its pedestal. Cortisone-the drug that for rheumatic sufferers had seemed synonymous with "cure"-turned out to be of severely limited value. The sinister phrase "drug- induced diseases" came into medical terminology. The thalidomide babies made their tragic headlines.
As doctors everywhere continued to pour an ever-increasing number of drugs into their patients, controversy raged about such issues as addiction, tranquillizers, LSD, and the contraceptive pill. Acupuncturists and other fringe healers found that the sick still turned to them in despair or desperation. Not only in the USA, but in many other countries, investigatory commissions were set up to examine the cost of drugs-in terms of health and of money-to the community. It seems, now, time to take stock.
In Medicine on Trial Dannie Abse attempts a balanced assessment of the present situation in its historical perspective. His viewpoint is that of a liberal writer who is not overawed by his orthodox medical training. His summing-up of the successes and failures of modern medicine is always lively, always informed and informative. And in the end-simply because he eschews sensationalism-those chapters of Medicine on Trial that are critical of modern medical practice are more deeply disturbing than any hysterical polemic against the drug industry or the medical profession.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (with some wear and tear) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Three Pounds Media Mail) is $5.97 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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Title: Medicine on Trial
Author: Dannie Abse
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Crown Publishers 1969
LCCN: 68-57019
Size: 7 X 9.75 X 1.4 * 352 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: 220 illustrations, of which 71 are in full color.
Until recently "the miracle of modern medicine" was taken for granted, together with the record of countless lives saved and of diseases conquered or prevented by the new wonder drugs. It seemed that medical research would soon find the answer to all diseases.
Then doubts began to surface. The term "side effects" crept into everyday language. The layman began to read of "penicillin-resistant bacteria," and penicillin-best-known of all the wonder drugs-swayed on its pedestal. Cortisone-the drug that for rheumatic sufferers had seemed synonymous with "cure"-turned out to be of severely limited value. The sinister phrase "drug- induced diseases" came into medical terminology. The thalidomide babies made their tragic headlines.
As doctors everywhere continued to pour an ever-increasing number of drugs into their patients, controversy raged about such issues as addiction, tranquillizers, LSD, and the contraceptive pill. Acupuncturists and other fringe healers found that the sick still turned to them in despair or desperation. Not only in the USA, but in many other countries, investigatory commissions were set up to examine the cost of drugs-in terms of health and of money-to the community. It seems, now, time to take stock.
In Medicine on Trial Dannie Abse attempts a balanced assessment of the present situation in its historical perspective. His viewpoint is that of a liberal writer who is not overawed by his orthodox medical training. His summing-up of the successes and failures of modern medicine is always lively, always informed and informative. And in the end-simply because he eschews sensationalism-those chapters of Medicine on Trial that are critical of modern medical practice are more deeply disturbing than any hysterical polemic against the drug industry or the medical profession.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (with some wear and tear) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Three Pounds Media Mail) is $5.97 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
==========================================================================================================================
Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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