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History And Reminiscences Of The Philadelphia Almshouse And Philadelphia Hospital (1890)

History And Reminiscences Of The Philadelphia Almshouse And Philadelphia Hospital (1890)

Agnew, David Hayes
Stille, Alfred
Busch, Lewis P.

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1166026787
ISBN13: 9781166026783
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 160
Weight: 0.49
Height: 0.34 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
History And Reminiscences Of The Philadelphia Almshouse And Philadelphia Hospital is a book written by David Hayes Agnew and published in 1890. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Philadelphia Almshouse and the Philadelphia Hospital, which were both established in the early 19th century to provide care for the poor and the sick. Agnew, who was a prominent surgeon and medical professor in Philadelphia, draws on his personal experiences and extensive research to provide a comprehensive overview of the institutions. He discusses the founding of the almshouse and hospital, their early years, and the various challenges they faced, including epidemics, financial difficulties, and political controversies.The book also includes reminiscences from former patients, staff, and administrators, providing a unique perspective on the daily life and workings of the institutions. Agnew highlights the important role that the almshouse and hospital played in the development of medical education and research in Philadelphia, and the contributions of notable physicians and surgeons who worked there.Overall, History And Reminiscences Of The Philadelphia Almshouse And Philadelphia Hospital is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of healthcare and social welfare in America, as well as the development of medical education and research in Philadelphia.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.

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