A dissertation concerning misletoe [sic] : a most wonderful specific remedy for the cure of convulsive distempers. Calculated for the benefit of the poor as well as the rich ... to which is added, a second part, containing farther remarks and observations / by Sir John Colbatch.

  • John Colbatch
Date:
1730
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Credit: A dissertation concerning misletoe [sic] : a most wonderful specific remedy for the cure of convulsive distempers. Calculated for the benefit of the poor as well as the rich ... to which is added, a second part, containing farther remarks and observations / by Sir John Colbatch. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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