Emmenologia

London: T. Cox, 1729. First English Language Edition.

Translated by Thomas Dale, M.D. Complete with ad leaf. Bound in the original calf boards with restored spine skillfully re-backed and with gilt raised bands; hinges reinforced with archival tissue. The 18th century paper is quite bright, only light toning & faint foxing to blank margins; heavier foxing apparent only on endpapers. Previous owner name on inside front board and interesting ink manuscript annotation on final blank relating to Purgatives, Camphine dosages, etc. 216 pp. plus Index and Books Printed for Thomas Cox page. Hardcover. Very Good condition.

John Freind (1675-1728) was an English physician and his Emmenologia is the first treatise written specifically on menstruation. He was physician to Queen Caroline and held the office until his death.