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TENON, Jacques Ren (1724-1816). Mmoires sur les hpitaux de Paris. Paris: P.D. Pierres, 1788.
4o (252 x 193 mm). 15 engraved folding plates and 2 folding tables (some dampstaining at beginning and end.) Contemporary calf (rebacked, original backstrip preserved, edges renewed).
FIRST EDITION. "Reforms quickly followed Tenon's disclosures of the dreadful conditions prevailing in the hospitals of Paris, in the 18th century. He was also instrumental in the foundation of a special hospital for children" (Garrison-Morton). Garrison-Morton 1600; Waller 9516; Norman 2061.
4o (252 x 193 mm). 15 engraved folding plates and 2 folding tables (some dampstaining at beginning and end.) Contemporary calf (rebacked, original backstrip preserved, edges renewed).
FIRST EDITION. "Reforms quickly followed Tenon's disclosures of the dreadful conditions prevailing in the hospitals of Paris, in the 18th century. He was also instrumental in the foundation of a special hospital for children" (Garrison-Morton). Garrison-Morton 1600; Waller 9516; Norman 2061.