A Hereditary Consumptive's Successful Battle for Life

By James Monroe Buckley

Book Overview

""A Hereditary Consumptive's Successful Battle for Life"" is a memoir written by J.M. Buckley, chronicling his personal struggle with a hereditary lung disease. The book details his journey from a young man diagnosed with the disease, to his eventual recovery through a combination of medical treatment and personal determination. Buckley shares his experiences with various treatments, including a stay at a sanatorium, and his eventual decision to move to a warmer climate to improve his health. The book provides insight into the challenges of living with a chronic illness, as well as the importance of perseverance and hope in overcoming adversity. Overall, ""A Hereditary Consumptive's Successful Battle for Life"" is a powerful and inspiring story of one man's triumph over illness.1892. This essay consists of articles which originally appeared in �������The Christian Advocate������� and some additional matter of importance. The principles underlying it are that pure air is life and the want of it death; that deep breathing is essential to vigorous health; and that chronic disease, except when the result of accident, is caused by neglecting, and by transgressing, little by little for a long time, and can only be cured by attending and obeying the laws of health for a long time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116260347X
• ISBN13: 9781162603476
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"