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First Aid: The Authorised Manual – 1960 Paperback

A fascinating vintage first aid manual, this 1960 paperback edition of First Aid: The Authorised Manual was produced for the St. John Ambulance Association, the St. Andrew’s Ambulance Association and the British Red Cross Society. This copy is the Thirteenth Impression, making it an interesting example of a mid-20th-century first aid handbook.

With 194 pages, this historical manual offers an insight into how first aid was presented and taught in Britain during the mid-20th century. It is particularly suited to collectors of vintage medical books, historical reference works and publications associated with first aid organisations.

A Vintage First Aid Reference

This 1960 First Aid Manual is an interesting historical publication reflecting the terminology, instructional approach and presentation of first aid knowledge of its time.

The manual was associated with three well-known organisations:

• St. John Ambulance Association
• St. Andrew’s Ambulance Association
• British Red Cross Society

The involvement of these organisations gives the book additional historical interest for collectors and readers interested in the development of organised first aid training.

Ideal for Collectors

This vintage first aid book may appeal to:

• Collectors of vintage medical and healthcare books
• Readers interested in the history of first aid
• Collectors of St. John Ambulance publications
• Students of medical and social history
• Collectors of British Red Cross and ambulance memorabilia
• Collectors of historical instructional manuals

Book Details

• Title: First Aid: The Authorised Manual
• Organisations: St. John Ambulance Association, St. Andrew’s Ambulance Association, British Red Cross Society
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 194
• Impression: Thirteenth Impression
• Publication Year: 1960
• Condition: Good used condition

Condition

This copy is described as being in good used condition. As a book dating from 1960, it should be appreciated as a vintage historical item and may show signs of previous use consistent with its age.

It would make an interesting addition to a collection of vintage medical books, first aid manuals, historical reference books or St. John Ambulance memorabilia.

Please note: This is a historical manual published in 1960. Its medical advice and procedures should not be relied upon for modern first aid. Current first aid guidance should always be obtained from an up-to-date authoritative source.