First published in 1897, this classic medical text remains an essential resource for anyone working in the field of pediatrics. Written by renowned physician L. Emmett Holt, it offers a comprehensive overview of the diseases and conditions that affect infants and children, covering everything from the common cold to serious infectious diseases like tuberculosis and diphtheria. With clear explanations and detailed illustrations, this book is an invaluable tool for students, practitioners, and parents alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.