Joseph, Baron Lister Centenary Volume

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A Logan Turner

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Biography: science, technology & engineering; History of medicine; Surgery

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""Joseph, Baron Lister Centenary Volume"" is a comprehensive tribute to one of the most transformative figures in the history of medicine. Edited by A. Logan Turner and released to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of Lister's birth, this scholarly work examines the profound impact of the man often hailed as the father of modern surgery. Through a series of detailed accounts, the volume explores Lister's pioneering development of antiseptic techniques, which radically reduced post-operative infections and revolutionized clinical practice worldwide.

The text provides an in-depth look at the evolution of ""Listerism,"" tracing the scientific journey from early laboratory experiments to the widespread adoption of carbolic acid in operating theaters. It highlights the challenges Lister faced in convincing the medical establishment of his germ theory-based methods and celebrates his ultimate triumph in making surgery a significantly safer endeavor. This volume serves as both a historical record and a scientific appreciation of a legacy that continues to underpin contemporary surgical hygiene. It is an essential resource for those interested in the history of medicine, the development of surgical pathology, and the life of a visionary whose innovations saved countless lives.

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By: A Logan Turner
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 490g
ISBN: 9781025758190
ISBN 10: 1025758196
Pages: 222
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active