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  • Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform (1811-1870)

    Masters of Medicine

    In "Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform (1811-1870)", H. Laing Gordon meticulously chronicles the pioneering contributions of Sir James Young Simpson to anesthesiology, with a particular focus on his discovery and promotion of chloroform as an anesthetic agent. The book employs a narrative style that intertwines biographical details with a critical analysis of medical practices during the 19th ... Read more

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  • In Camera: How to Get Perfect Pictures Straight Out of the Camera

    by Gordon Laing ...
    With amazing low-light capabilities, incredible definition, intelligent autofocus and a host of other features, digital cameras have now become so powerful that they have left their users behind.Most photographers can take competent shots in a range of conditions, or fix imperfect exposures in Photoshop or Lightroom, but very few have the skill to push their cameras to the limit and capture the ... Read more

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  • Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform

    1811-1870; Masters of Medicine

    Sir James Young Simpson and Chloroform 1811-1870; Masters of Medicine is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and groundbreaking achievements of Sir James Young Simpson, one of the most influential figures in the history of medicine. This meticulously researched volume traces Simpson’s journey from his humble beginnings in Scotland to his rise as a pioneering physician and professor ... Read more

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  • Travels in the Timannee, Kooranko, and Soolima Countries, in Western Africa.

    Series series Elibron Classics
    Elibron Classics. Replica of 1825 edition by John Murray, London.This is an illustrated editionMajor Alexander Gordon Laing (27 December 1793 – 26 September 1826) was a Scottish explorer and the first European to reach Timbuktu via the north/south route. His travels as a member of the military brought him around the globe, from Jamaica, to Honduras, to Sierra Leone and beyond. In 1822, by then a ... Read more

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    This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. ... Read more

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    Exploring the Interconnectedness of Irish Literature and Identity

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