Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Sir Astley Cooper V2 is a biographical book written by Bransby Blake Cooper in 1843. The book is a detailed account of the life of Sir Astley Cooper, a renowned English surgeon who lived in the 18th and 19th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on Sir Astley's personal life and his relationships with notable contemporary figures.The book is interspersed with sketches from Sir Astley's notebooks, which provide a unique insight into the lives of other distinguished figures of his time. The sketches include notes on individuals such as William Pitt the Younger, George III, and Lord Byron. The book also covers Sir Astley's contributions to the medical field, including his pioneering work in vascular surgery and his development of new surgical techniques.Overall, The Life of Sir Astley Cooper V2 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a fascinating look into the life and times of one of England's most prominent surgeons.In Two Volumes.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.