--- product_id: 10005011 title: "Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery" brand: "richard hollingham" price: "AR$78778" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/10005011-blood-and-guts-a-history-of-surgery store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery **Brand:** richard hollingham **Price:** AR$78778 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery by richard hollingham - **How much does it cost?** AR$78778 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/10005011-blood-and-guts-a-history-of-surgery) ## Best For - richard hollingham enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted richard hollingham brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery ## Images ![Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vVP4MLz3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars THE HUMAN CONDITION *by B***E on Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2023* Fascinating stories from what we didn't know until we did know with still a lot to learn. Interesting read to shed light on the surgery subject and how we just are getting to know more about ourselves ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Like good fast food *by 4***2 on Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2012* Reviewer's background- I'm a a general surgery resident; I might be harsher than other reviewers, but I hope I can give a review helpful to everyone.This book is a nice appetizer for anyone interested in the history of surgery. It was written in conjunction with a BBC television series, and it reflects an episodic TV format (for better and for worse).The good- This is a fun, well written, and fast book to read. The author covers a large swath of surgery: cardiac, transplant, reconstructive and even neurosurgery. Every page has a notable scene / anecdote. Blood and Guts spans centuries, from Galen in Ancient Rome to modern hand transplant surgeons. Despite the pop aspects to Blood and Guts, this is also a smart read. The author trained for 5 years to be a physician, and I think this makes Blood and Guts more intelligent than most journalistic fluff. There aren't the grating errors that make medical professions cringe (unlike most news articles or pop TV). I think the final product belies the amount of research the author put into his work.What's 'lacking'- Because of the breadth tackled by this book, it doesn't flow seamlessly and lacks a unifying theme. This is fine if you're reading in short bursts (e.g. sitting on the can) but cumbersome if you're reading for long stretches. Also, because of the brevity and quick pace of the book, it doesn't really delve into what the patients or surgeons experienced while encountering such dramatic diseases. Children dying after cardiac surgery, RAF airmen disfigured from battle wounds, terrible surgeons, and great surgeons- it's like you're speed dating them. This book lacks a significant emotional impact for such a potentially powerful subject.Summary- This is good fast food. Not the stuff you get in the airport, but something tasty you would get every week or so when you could spare a few minutes. For someone interested but new to the medical field, a 5 star read. For medical professionals, 3 stars. For someone totally uninterested, it may provide you with some entertainment, but it won't linger like the best books. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent narrative of several key moments in the history of surgery *by D***E on Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2015* I purchased this book for my wife and me (we are both medical students who are planning on entering surgical residency next year), and we both enjoyed it immensely! Very well-written, and a pleasure to read.Speaking as a "lay-person" who would never want to be referred to as such - please do not be deterred by reviews that describe this as a superficial/lay-person's text - it is not a comprehensive account of the minutia of surgical history, nor is it a surgical reference book, and I am confident that Richard Hollingham never intended it to be either. It is, however, a well-composed, engaging narrative of several key moments in the history of surgical practice. This book was recommended to me by one of the core surgical faculty at my home institution - he wanted to spark my curiosity, and he succeeded. I will certainly continue to read other surgical history books - dryer, deeper, longer books - but I will never discount the value of this book. This is the book that made me excited to learn about the history of surgery, and I am grateful to the surgeon who recommended it to me! ## Frequently Bought Together - Blood and Guts: A History of Surgery - Blood & Guts --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/10005011-blood-and-guts-a-history-of-surgery](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/10005011-blood-and-guts-a-history-of-surgery) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-05-22*