Publisher's Synopsis
Daniel Drake and His Followers: Historical and Biographical Sketches, 1785-1909 is a book written by Otto Juettner and published in 1909. The book is a collection of historical and biographical sketches about Daniel Drake and his followers, who were a group of doctors and medical professionals who played a significant role in the development of medicine in the United States during the 19th century.The book begins with a brief introduction to Daniel Drake, who is considered the father of Western medicine. Drake was a physician, educator, and writer who made significant contributions to the field of medicine during his lifetime. The book then goes on to provide biographical sketches of some of Drake's most prominent followers, including Benjamin W. Dudley, Samuel D. Gross, and John Esten Cooke.Each chapter of the book focuses on a different follower of Drake and provides a detailed account of their life and contributions to medicine. The book also includes a section on the history of medical education in the United States, which provides context for the work of Drake and his followers.Overall, Daniel Drake and His Followers: Historical and Biographical Sketches, 1785-1909 is a comprehensive and informative book that provides readers with a detailed look at the lives and work of some of the most influential medical professionals in American history.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.
