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Theophilis Lobb on Curing Fevers 1734-35

Title: Rational Methods of Curing Fevers... [with] Medical Practice in Curing Fevers...
Author: Lobb, Theophilus
Description: 2 volumes. xiv, [2], xv-xxii, [2], 403, 33, +[3] ad; xxx, [2], 431, [23] pp. (8vo) 7¾x4¾, period full calf with modern rebacking, morocco lettering pieces, endpapers replaced. First Editions.Two early works by Lobb (1678-1763), published shortly before he abandoned the ministry in favor of a medical practice. Written "to shew unto those who are studying Physick, what should be the Intention of the Physician, when he is to direct for Persons under Fevers, and what Evacuations are improper, and what Methods and Medicines are needful for their Recovery."
Heading: Place Published: London
Publisher: John Oswald
Date Published: 1734-35