Quicksilver
- ISBN
- 9780786435968
Quicksilver is a mercury, social aspects book by Richard M. Swiderski.
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"This work traces the history of mercury in popular culture, beginning in the early 18th century when Dr. Thomas Dover, nicknamed "Dr. Quicksilver," began prescribing doses of raw mercury to clear out intestinal blockages and rid the body of syphilis and other diseases. The author details the role of mercury in several medical, industrial, and cultural applications"--Provided by publisher.
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What genre is Quicksilver?+
Quicksilver is a Mercury, Social aspects, Therapeutic use, Social aspects of Mercury book.
What is Quicksilver about?+
"This work traces the history of mercury in popular culture, beginning in the early 18th century when Dr. Thomas Dover, nicknamed "Dr. Quicksilver," began prescribing doses of raw mercury to clear out intestinal blockages and rid the body of syphilis and other diseases. The author details the role o...
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Quicksilver was written by Richard M. Swiderski.