BOSTOCK, John (1773-1846)

"Case of periodical affection of the eyes and chest.” In: Medico-Chirurgical Transactions. Volume 10

London: Longman, Hurst, Rees, et al, 1819. 8vo. Bostock’s paper appears on page 161-65. Engraved plates. Modern half leather. Discreet library stamps on endpapers, some foxing. Item #405485

FIRST EDITION. "Bostock’s classical description of the 'catarrhus aestivus' hay fever, is also referred to as 'Bostock’s catarrh'. It begins the modern era in the clinical recognition of hay fever. The case he described was in fact himself. He was physician to Guy's Hospital London." (Garrison-Morton-Norman 2582).

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