US Civil War Medicine Care and Comfort of the Wounded Softcover Reference Book

“US Civil War Medicine: Care and Comfort of the Wounded” is a comprehensive softcover reference book that delves into the medical practices and innovations during one of America’s most tumultuous periods. Spanning a detailed 400 pages, this book includes a wealth of photographs, illustrations, and firsthand accounts that bring to life the challenging conditions faced by medical personnel and the wounded during the Civil War. Written with both the history enthusiast and the casual reader in mind, it covers topics ranging from battlefield surgery and hospital care to the role of nurses and the evolution of medical treatments. Whether you are a student, historian, or Civil War aficionado, this used edition offers a rich, informative look at how courage, ingenuity, and compassion shaped the care and comfort of the wounded.