Kill or Cure? Lotions, Potions, Characters & Quacks of Early Australia by Peter J. Phillips (1978, Hardcover)

Author
Peter J. Phillips

Publisher
Rigby, 1978

Format
Hardcover with dust jacket

Pages
157 pages, with illustrations, facsimiles, and portraits

ISBN
0727008943

Condition
Very Good – Light wear and small tears to dust jacket. Internally clean and in excellent condition.

Genre
Social History / Medical History / Australian Curiosities

Overview
Kill or Cure? offers a fascinating look into the strange and sometimes outrageous world of early Australian medicine. Peter J. Phillips introduces readers to the colourful cast of characters—doctors, quacks, herbalists, and entrepreneurs—who shaped the health practices of colonial Australia. Richly illustrated and engagingly written, the book explores the blurred lines between healing and harm in a time of limited science and abundant superstition.

Why You’ll Love It
A captivating blend of history and humour, perfect for readers interested in quirky medical practices, colonial life, and the evolution of health in Australia. A unique and visually rich addition to any collection of Australian heritage titles.

Note
Includes period illustrations and vintage advertisements. A great gift for history buffs or collectors of the unusual.