Publisher's Synopsis
Cancer, Cocaine and Courage: The Story of William Halsted is a biography written by Arthur J. Beckhard. The book tells the story of William Halsted, a pioneering American surgeon who made significant contributions to the field of medicine in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book delves into Halsted's personal life, including his struggles with addiction to cocaine and his battle with cancer. Despite these challenges, Halsted continued to make groundbreaking discoveries in the field of surgery, including the development of the radical mastectomy for breast cancer.Beckhard explores Halsted's relationships with other notable figures in medicine, such as William Osler and Harvey Cushing, and provides insight into the medical practices and advancements of the time.Overall, Cancer, Cocaine and Courage offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of William Halsted, a man who revolutionized the field of surgery despite facing personal and professional obstacles.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
