The Breath of Life - Catlin, George 1796-1872 (London Trübner, 1862)
George Catlin (1796-1872) was an American adventurer, lawyer, painter, author, and traveler, who specialized in portraits of Native Americans in the Old West.
In this seminal work, Catlin argues that dyspnea, or shortness of breath on exertion, is not a symptom but rather a disorder in itself. A book detailing the effects on human life of poor respiration.
folder of 25 ills., so-called 'manugraphs'
Keywords: 19th Century (1801-1900); Natural science; Breathing; USA