Lindsey Fitzharris

Discover the unsung heroes of plastic and maxillofacial surgery in the first half of the 20th century in this fascinating book. Get to know Sir Harold Gillies, Sir Archibald McIndoe, Rainsford Mowlem, and Henry Pickerill and their contributions to reconstructive surgery during and after the two world wars. Learn about their lives and legacies in this in-depth read.

Discover the fascinating legacy of Margaret Mitchell's Gone With the Wind and its problematic depictions of race and women. In this analysis, you'll explore the book's creation and its relationship to the myth of the Lost Cause, white feminism, and racial politics. Learn how the story foreshadows contemporary controversies over white nationalism, Black Lives Matter, and the removal of Confederate statues. Discover the value of this classic novel's uses and misuses of national mythologies and their impact on American culture today.

In this fascinating true tale, a brilliant and eccentric surgeon strives to transplant the human soul. Set during the Cold War, the story follows the race to master the inner space of the human body. Competing surgeons attempt to transplant organs like the kidney and heart, but Dr. Robert White has an even more ambitious thought: to transplant the brain. The book delves into complex matters of science, politics, and faith, revealing the murky ethics of experimentation and remarkable innovations that save patients from certain death. Join Dr. White on his decades-long quest to achieve the impossible and uncover the journey from science fiction to science fact.

Discover the heroic and captivating world of The Facemaker, a true story by award-winning author Lindsey Fitzharris. Step into the shoes of pioneer plastic surgeon Harold Gillies, as he rebuilds the faces of World War I’s injured heroes and revolutionizes plastic surgery. Follow Gillies as he establishes one of the first hospitals dedicated to facial reconstruction and assembles an exceptional team of practitioners to restore not only the faces of the wounded but also their spirits. Experience the incredible courage and imagination that brings light to the darkest of times in this vivid account of how medicine becomes an art.

This engaging and poignant true story follows the lives of two women living in earthquake-ravaged San Francisco and the Monterey Peninsula during the late Gilded Age. They each pursue different ambitions: Nora, a brilliant writer, seeks artistic recognition and refuge among the celebrated counterculturalists, while Carrie, a long-suffering wife, seeks stability through her marriage. Their paths cross when Nora finds herself in a desperate situation and takes refuge with the Sterlings, launching a love triangle that ends in tragedy. This forgotten chapter raises important questions about literary history and portrays America at a turning point in the early 1900s. This is a must-read for anyone intrigued by stories of strong women and historic American progressivism.

Un hermoso día de agosto, el doctor Louis Creed llega con su esposa Rachel, sus hijos Eileen y Gage y el gato Church a su nuevo hogar, una gran casa situada en las afueras de Ludlow, Nueva Inglaterra. El lugar parece tranquilo y lo bastante alejado del ajetreo urbano. Detrás de la casa de los Creed hay incluso un campo de enterramientos, en donde los niños del lugar han sepultado a sus animales durante generaciones: el Cementerio de animales. Pero enseguida empieza la pesadilla... al menos para Louis. En su primer día de trabajo en el centro médico de la Universidad de Maine, le llevan el cuerpo horriblemente mutilado del estudiante Victor Pascow. El joven trata de advertir al doctor Creed acerca del lugar situado detrás del Cementerio de animales, usado en tiempos antiguos por los indios MicMac e impregnado de un espíritu diabólico. El gato Church muere atropellado por un camión y Judd Crandall, un anciano vecino, persuade a Louis para que entierre al animalito en el cementerio de animales. Con ello, el doctor invoca fuerzas ocultas que es mejor no perturbar, y cuando la tragedia hiere a la familia Creed, Louis se embarca en una terrorífica aventura con consecuencias que van más allá de la comprensión humana... o de la cordura.

Meet the eccentric medical innovator, John Hunter, who revolutionized surgery during an era when bloodletting was the go-to treatment for everything. His patients included luminaries such as Benjamin Franklin and Lord Byron, and his close acquaintances included "resurrection men." This captivating biography delves into Hunter's ruthless devotion to uncovering the secrets of the human body, including body snatching, pioneering medical experiments, and even infecting himself with venereal disease. Discover the extraordinary lengths to which he went to save lives and change the face of modern medicine.

Faces from the Front delves into the history of the development of plastic surgery, particularly facial reconstruction surgery, during the First World War. The book explores the innovative techniques and multidisciplinary approach used by a team of surgeons and specialized staff at the Queen's Hospital in South-East London. Through detailed patient records and personal accounts, the book showcases the hospital's impact on the development of modern medical practice and the emotional impact of facial reconstruction on patients.

A moving account of the rehabilitation of wounded soldiers returning from war. This book explores the physical and mental challenges faced by these brave warriors and the innovative techniques used to help them heal. With a 100% money back guarantee, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the resilience of the human spirit.

Explore the world-renowned medical museum through the eyes of a junior guide named A.J. Discover the unique and fascinating medical specimens and objects in the Mütter Museum's collection through playful illustrations and informative descriptions. From the height of the Giant to the length of the Megacolon, A.J. has all the answers to your medical questions. Learn about the intricacies of the human body and keep an eye out for some of the museum's most famous "see-through" residents. Perfect for science lovers of all ages.