What's a germ, Joseph Lister? : the medical mystery that forever changed the way we heal /
Alexander, Lori.
What's a germ, Joseph Lister? : the medical mystery that forever changed the way we heal / What is a germ, Joseph Lister? Lori Alexander ; illustrations by Daniel Duncan. - First edition. - 133 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 119-129) and index.
"In 1841, a quiet, curious boy who stuttered when nervous committed to becoming a surgeon--a profession then more feared than respected. Through study, persistence, and careful research, Joseph Lister proved that unsanitary conditions contribute to infections. Despite others scoffing at his ideas, Lister slowly changed the way all surgeons work, saving countless lives"--
Ages 8-12.
9780358538172 0358538173
2023933838
617 ALE
What's a germ, Joseph Lister? : the medical mystery that forever changed the way we heal / What is a germ, Joseph Lister? Lori Alexander ; illustrations by Daniel Duncan. - First edition. - 133 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 119-129) and index.
"In 1841, a quiet, curious boy who stuttered when nervous committed to becoming a surgeon--a profession then more feared than respected. Through study, persistence, and careful research, Joseph Lister proved that unsanitary conditions contribute to infections. Despite others scoffing at his ideas, Lister slowly changed the way all surgeons work, saving countless lives"--
Ages 8-12.
9780358538172 0358538173
2023933838
617 ALE