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The Butchering Art

Joseph Lister's Quest to Transform the Grisly World of Victorian Medicine
Book • 2017
The Butchering Art explores the evolution of Victorian-era medicine, focusing on Joseph Lister's revolutionary use of antiseptics to reduce post-surgical infections.

The book vividly describes the grim conditions of early operating theaters and the impact of Lister's innovations on modern surgery.

It is a compelling narrative that highlights Lister's contributions to transforming the field of surgery.

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Mentioned by Kelly Weinersmith as including stories of horrible things that happened during surgeries.
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Mentionné par Boulet comme un livre qui raconte la vie de Joseph Lister et les débuts de la médecine moderne.
Boulet | Le jeu de la vie
Mentioned by Lindsey Fitzharris as the central figure in her book, detailing his revolutionary antiseptic techniques.
#1272 - Lindsey Fitzharris
Mentioned by Joe Rogan as a great book with images of what smallpox looks like.
#1274 - Nicholas Christakis

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