Medical publishing in Philadelphia

"Written by a 50-year veteran of the medical publishing industry, this book provides an overview of the medical publishing industry in and around Philadelphia, starting from the arrival of William Penn in 1682 and incorporating developments up to 2020. The narrative follows the companies from the individuals that founded them through their growth, evolution, and often their eventual purchase by corporations based outside the region, touching on major personalities, some key works in the medical literature, and anecdotes about notable publishers, authors, and occasional celebrities. The book draws parallels among medical publishing, the history of medicine, and historical trends in Philadelphia and the United States as a whole. To supplement his own diverse experiences, author Rich Lampert has explored the published literature and historical archives in the Philadelphia area, as well as interviews and correspondence with dozens of colleagues."-- Page 4 of cover.