A visually strong, conversation-starting vintage remedies bundle—part folk tradition, part “brews & potions” curiosity, and part practical mid-century medical reference.
This set includes D. C. Jarvis’s well-known Folk Medicine (1958), Maurice Rickards’ Brews and Potions (Hugh Evelyn Limited, London), and a sturdy clothbound Manual of Medical Emergencies (Year Book Publishers; 1950 reprint).
Great for collectors of oddities, apothecary décor, medical history, and vintage reference shelves.
Key Details
Bundle includes 3 vintage books (sold together)
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Folk Medicine — D. C. Jarvis, M.D. (Holt, Rinehart & Winston; 1958) — 182 pages
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Brews and Potions — Maurice Rickards (Hugh Evelyn Ltd., London) — 79 pages — S.B.N. 238 78910 1
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Manual of Medical Emergencies — Stuart C. Cullen, M.D. & E. G. Gross, M.D. (Year Book Publishers, Chicago) — Copyright 1949; reprinted Jan 1950 — 267 pages
Quick Specs
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Total pages (all 3): 182 + 79 + 267 = 528 pages
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Language: English
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Bindings: dust-jacketed hardcover + small paperback/softcover + cloth hardcover
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Genre: Folk remedies / apothecary / occult folklore / medical reference / mid-century health history
Condition
- Overall Good vintage condition with visible age and handling wear.
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Folk Medicine: dust jacket wear/rubbing; blue-ink underlining/notes visible on at least one page (see photos).
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Brews and Potions: edge wear/toning; tape on back cover; prior owner stamp shown earlier (MARY H PAPP).
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Manual of Medical Emergencies: cloth wear and minor marks; previous owner signature on front matter; interior shows age toning and medical illustrations.
The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
These books are sold as collectible reading material and historical reference—not as medical advice.
Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.
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