Trephining: In Its Ancient And Modern Aspect (1894)

by John Fletcher Horne

Book Overview

Trephining: In Its Ancient And Modern Aspect is a historical and medical book written by John Fletcher Horne and first published in 1894. The book explores the practice of trephining, a surgical procedure in which a hole is drilled into the skull, which has been performed for thousands of years. Horne delves into the history of trephining, discussing its use in ancient cultures such as Egypt, Greece, and Peru. He also examines the modern practice...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165082101
• ISBN13: 9781165082100
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"