Volume 1

A dissertation on the Oleum Palmae Christi, sive Oleum Ricini; or, (as it is commonly called) castor oil: in which its history is illustrated; its properties and virtues explained; and its uses in bilious, calculous, and other disorders, recommended / [Peter Canvane].

  • Canvane, Peter, 1720-1786
Date:
1769
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Credit: A dissertation on the Oleum Palmae Christi, sive Oleum Ricini; or, (as it is commonly called) castor oil: in which its history is illustrated; its properties and virtues explained; and its uses in bilious, calculous, and other disorders, recommended / [Peter Canvane]. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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