The Butchering Art

Discover the gripping tale of The Butchering Art by Lindsey Fitzharris, a captivating exploration of the life of a pioneering British surgeon. This award-winning book, published in 2018, spans 304 pages and delves into a transformative era in medicine from 1827 to 1912. Fitzharris vividly recounts how Joseph Lister's groundbreaking work merged science with surgery, ultimately leading to the safest time in human history to undergo medical procedures.

Recognized as one of the Daily Mail, Guardian, and Observer Books of the Year for 2017, The Butchering Art also received the prestigious 2018 PEN/E.O. Wilson Prize for Literary Science Writing and was shortlisted for the 2018 Wellcome Book Prize and the Wolfson Prize. This compelling biography not only highlights Lister's visionary contributions but also sheds light on the evolution of surgical practices. Perfect for history buffs and medical enthusiasts alike, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of science and medicine.