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Koch,R.
Studies on the aetiology of wound infection diseases. Lpz., Vogel 1878. gr.8°. With 3 (2 dplblgr.) plates in tinted lith. (num. I-V). 2 pp., 80 pp. Late. Hlwd. with gilt stamped rtit. (wear, back cover damaged at bottom). Garrison-M. 2536. PMM 366 b. - First edition, rare. "Koch's epochal work on the aetiology of traumatic infectious disease established his reputation. He inoculated animals with material from various sources and produced six types of infection, each due to micro-organisms. He carried these infections through several generations of animals. His great work determined the role of bacteria in the aetiology of wound infections and demonstrated for the first time the specificity of infection" (G.-M.). - Ger. Signs of use, owner's stamp on title.
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