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ITEM — Box: 1, Folder: 3 Identifier: H MS c24

Heberden, William, 1710-1801, Part of first lecture on materia medica, A.MS.; 1 side (4 pages), circa 1750s, 1750s Digital

Scope and Contents

Lecture on the history of materia medica, the use of plants for medicinal purposes, and beliefs regarding planetary influence on the human body.

Dates

  • Creation: 1750s

Language of Materials

Papers are in English, French, and Latin.

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. Access requires advance notice. Contact Public Services for further information.

Extent

0.13 cubic feet (1 flat storage box)

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the Center for the History of Medicine (Francis A. Countway Library of Medicine) Repository

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