Under the Knife: A History of Surgery in 28 Remarkable Operations

The author is a born teacher, using fascinating medical history to talk about different techniques in a way that is entertaining and helps you understand and retain the medical knowledge behind it. A very well researched book, full of fascinating stories from the history of surgery of what was once a very butchering "art," written with a sense of humour. That any patients survived is a miracle. Every chapter in the book is thought provoking and full of interesting details on the history of medicine. I highly recommend this book. The author's style of writing is unique and so different that it grabs one's attention and keeps one turning pages. It's an easy read and an immersive experience. Nevertheless highly recommended.