The conquest of scurvy by James Cook during his three famous circumnavigations of 17681780 was a product of Cooks character, of his leadership, and of the wisdom of the naturalists who accompanied Cook; specialists who helped locate antiscorbutic plants during stopovers. In this book, Dr. Cuppage shows the importance of careful observation, and of controlled clinical trials. This is an account of the lasting medical effects of Cooks voyages as he tried to liberate mankind from the scourge of scurvy. Cuppage captures the sense of adventure that explorers and scientists share.
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36,864 words192 pagesLexile 1240L
Published 19949780313291814
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