Originally published in the late 18th century, this book is a seminal work on pulmonary consumption. Duncan describes three separate species of the disease and offers detailed descriptions of their symptoms and progression. The appendix on lactucarium provides a glimpse into early medicinal practices and the use of opioids in treating disease.

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