This is a book. In depth, and technique, it is the most remarkable compilation in modern or, as far as I know, ancient medical science. The excellence is sustained. Styles and disciplines of chapters vary with contributors. The book remains consistent in character and integral in form.
It is a large book. So is its topic. There is no oversimplification or popularization which, for expediency, ease, or the hope of sustaining shallow interest bends and glosses the sober framework of truth. Rather, this is a work of unswerving scholarship, vital and emergent; it is never dry-as-dust or obscure for pomposity's sake. He who runs may read some things. For this it would be better to sit quietly, since it profitably consumes and requires lasting attention. It is man's work and not child's play. A review has to be timely; the task of the reviewer would be arduous if he felt