Simpson (Sir Alexander Russell). Notes of lectures on Midwifery, 1883-1884
Scope and Contents
Creator: Taylor, William, fl. 1883 (student); Simpson, Sir Alexander Russell, 1835-1916 (Scottish obstetrician)
Simpson (Sir Alexander Russel). Notes of lectures on Midwifery taken by W. Taylor in Edinburgh University in 1883-84. 2 volumes. Illustrations and printed material contained in manuscript.
Dates
- Creation: 1883-1884
Creator
- Taylor, William, fl 1882-1886 (student) (Author, Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Open. Please contact the repository in advance.
Biographical / Historical
Sir Alexander Russell Simpson succeeded his uncle, Sir James Young Simpson, to the chair of Midwifery at the University in 1870, a position he held until his retirement in 1905.
Full Extent
1 volume
Previous reference
Dk.3.18; Dk.3.19
Physical Description
Claret. Leather bound. Title on binding: "Midwifery Simpson Vol. [1/2]." Gilt. Both tied with cord.
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Repository Details
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