The Text Book, for Domestic Practice; Being Plain and Concise Directions for the Administration of Homoeopathic Medicines, in Simple Ailments
New York: Boericke & Tafel, c.1895. 16mo, 191 pages, publisher's original gilt lettered black cloth covered boards. A scarce Boericke & Tafel edition of Samuel Morgan’s The Text Book, for Domestic Practice, a compact homeopathic household medical manual giving plain directions for the use of remedies in common minor ailments. Intended for domestic rather than strictly professional use, the book reflects the 19th-century popularity of homeopathy and self-treatment guides. This copy is especially appealing for the Boericke & Tafel label mounted inside the front board, advertising that “all medicines mentioned in this work” could be obtained in “utmost purity” from their Baltimore pharmacy at 135 West Fayette Street, directly connecting the manual to the homeopathic remedy trade. Some rubbing and wear, lacks front free endpaper, hinges cracked, water damage towards the rear with no odor, discoloration to the cloth, previous owner's inscription, else in good + condition. Item #371
Price: $50.00