A complete manual of anatomy and physiology. An historical account of the discoveries in magnetism and electricity, the progress of medical science, and brief sketches of the lives of eminent practitioners, from the earliest ages to the present century; also a thorough system of hygiene; to which are added plain directions for the treatment of disease by Prof. French's system of electrical applications. Maroon cloth boards with gilt spine lettering and the author's monogram embossed in gilt on front board. Frontis portrait with tissue guard of author. Binding tight. Pages slightly darkened. Head/heel of spine and corners bumped. Contemporary clipping pasted to rear pastedown. Dr. French (1821-1900) specialized "in the medical and therapeutic uses of electricity and electro-cranial diagnosis, in which she established a fame almost world-wide, receiving commendation from the most distinguished members of the medical profession in her age and time." (NYTimes obituary, Jan. 12, 1900)