On Phthisis And The Supposed Influence Of Climate

On Phthisis And The Supposed Influence Of Climate: Being An Analysis Of Statistics Of Consumption In This Part Of Australia is a book written by William Thomson in 1879. The book deals with the topic of phthisis, which is now known as tuberculosis, and its supposed influence on climate. In the book, the author analyses statistics of consumption in the part of Australia where he lived and worked. He examines the factors that contribute to the prevalence of phthisis and questions the commonly held belief that climate plays a significant role in the development of the disease. The book provides a detailed analysis of the epidemiology of phthisis and includes a discussion of the various treatments that were available at the time. It is an important historical document that sheds light on the medical understanding of tuberculosis in the late 19th century.With Remarks On The Cause Of The Increase Of That Disease In Melbourne.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.