2 Folio Books: "MEDICINE" - AN ILLUS. HISTORY and A TREASURY OF ART & LIT., DJs

Description: This lot consists of two like books on the subject and history of Medicine, including the following: 1) MEDICINE, AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY, by Albert S. Lyons and R. Joseph Petrucelli and first published in 1978 by Abrams in New York in a small folio measuring 10.5" x 13.25" and containing 616 pp. containing 1020 illustrations including 266 plates in full color! It is bound in brown cloth titled in gilt on the spine and wrapped in a a color pictorial dust jacket depicting a painting of a 19th century operation. Together with:2) The 1991 First Printing of MEDICINE A TREASURY OF ART AND LITERATURE, Edited by Carmichael & Ratzan and published in a folio measuring 10" x 13" and containing 376 pp. with 235 illustrations, 145 of which are in full color. It is bound in brown boards titled in gilt on the front cover and spine, which is wrapped in a color pictorial dust jacket depicting a 1752 Longhi painting on the front panel.About the book:This extraordinary reference provides a comprehensive summary of world history from the earliest recorded evens to the start of the third millennium. Arranged in an accessible year by year form that invites browsing, it answers research questions, and illuminates similarities and contrasts between different nations and different ages. With narrative essays preceding every section, spotlight essays on key historical themes, and detailed profiles of 101 of history's most influential thinkers, it offers a depth of insight that goes far beyond a mere listing of important dates. Here is the whole vast panorama of history in every region of the globe-wars, migrations, disasters, discoveries, inventions, the birth of new religions, the rise and fall of nations-complete with authoritative commentary that pulls it all together in a broad and informative perspective. The Combined weight of these two "Tomes" is almost 16 Pounds! PLEASE NOTE: ALL Purchases Include FREE SHIPPING!******************************************Payment is requested within five days of auction's close. After payment is received normal shipping is within 4 days; super quick shipping can be arranged, JUST ASK.INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: All of our international shipments are processed via the eBay International Shipping program, including payment and returns.Please note our years of positive feedback.... it offers proof of the overall satisfaction of our customers for over 20 years of selling Books, Maps, Autographs, Prints and other mostly Paper items on eBay. It is because items are accurately described and guaranteed, and carefully packaged. Our goal has always been your happiness with your purchase. If any item fails to do that, contact us and we will work to correct it through refunds or returns.

Price: 40 USD

Location: Saint Helena Island, South Carolina

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