500 Years of the Royal College of Physicians
Edited by Linda Luxon and Simon Shorvon with Julie Beckwith
Third Millennium Publications, March 2018
ISBN: 978 1 781259 11 5
Pages: 192
Illustrations: Over 400
Description
This large format hardback book narrates the history of the Royal College of Physicians, from its foundation and survival through a turbulent history to its position today as a leading international body for physicians. This book takes a chronological approach, showing the development of the college within the wider social landscape of great upheaval and innovation. Designed by Third Millennium Publications, it has striking photography and is heavily illustrated with specially curated archival images.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Chapter 1: Antecedents
Chapter 2: The foundation and rise of the College 1518-1660
Chapter 3: Calamity and conflict 1660-1740
Chapter 4: Enlightenment 1740-1820
Chapter 5: Reform and regulation 18820-1880
Chapter 6: Modernisation 1880-1948
Chapter 7: A brave experiment 1948-2018
Chapter 8: The College in a changing world
Appendices: Index, list of subscribers, picture credits.