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The Ambulance: A History,Used
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Over Several Centuries The Ambulance Has Evolved From Horsedrawn Wagons Designed To Remove Wounded Soldiers From The Battlefield Into Highspeed Emergency Rooms On Wheels, Staffed By Skilled Professionals. This Thorough History Follows The Ambulance Through Every Phase, Focusing Not Just On The Vehicles But On Their Role Within The Developing Medical Systems They Served, As Well As The Political, Social And Economic Influences That Have Shaped Their Advancement.Topics Include The Critical Role Of Police Ambulances In The Development Of The First Emergency Medical Services, The History Of The Ambulance Intern, Breakthroughs In Ambulance Design And Function From The Horsedrawn Days To The Present, Notable Women In Ambulance Development, And A Fresh Look At The First Organized Paramedic Services. More Than 275 Photographs And Other Illustrations Accompany The Text.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Ambulance: A History'? A: The book details the evolution of ambulances from horse-drawn wagons to modern emergency vehicles, exploring their role in medical systems and the influences that have shaped their development.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Ryan Corbett Bell.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Ambulance: A History' have? A: The book contains 398 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Ambulance: A History' published? A: The book was published on September 14, 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in medical history? A: Yes, the book provides a thorough exploration of the history of ambulances, making it suitable for anyone interested in medical history and emergency services.
- Q: Are there any illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes more than 275 photographs and illustrations that accompany the text.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: Topics include the role of police ambulances, the history of ambulance interns, breakthroughs in ambulance design, notable women in ambulance development, and the first organized paramedic services.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is this book a reprint edition? A: Yes, this book is a reprint edition.