Publisher's Synopsis
Hospitals: Their History, Organization, and Construction is a book written by Walker Gill Wylie in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, organization, and construction of hospitals. It covers the evolution of hospitals from their origins in ancient times to the modern medical facilities of the 19th century.The book begins with a historical overview of hospitals, tracing their development from religious institutions to the medical facilities of the present day. It then discusses the organization of hospitals, including their administrative structures, staffing, and medical practices. The book also examines the construction of hospitals, including their design, layout, and construction materials.Throughout the book, Wylie emphasizes the importance of hospitals in providing medical care to the sick and injured. He argues that hospitals play a vital role in society, and that their organization and construction should be carefully considered to ensure that they are effective in meeting the needs of patients.Overall, Hospitals: Their History, Organization, and Construction is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of hospitals or the development of medical facilities. It provides a detailed and informative account of the evolution of hospitals and their role in society, making it an essential read for medical professionals, historians, and anyone interested in the history of medicine.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.
