Hamilton Bailey

A 'warts and all' biography of one of the pioneers of surgical teaching in the UK, whose name lives on through Bailey and Love's Short Practice of Surgery, a book still widely used by today's trainees. This biography not only covers the highlights of Bailey's surgical career but also sheds light on a complex and often disturbed character, whose life was touched by tragedy. It is illustrated throughout with fascinating archive images.Key features* An easy-to-read and fascinating account of one of the pioneers of modern surgery* The result of meticulous research by the author--contains much previously unpublished material* Illustrated throughout with fascinating archive images ReadershipAll those interested in the history of medicine, especially surgeons, both practicing and retired.