Book Reviews: The Anatomy of Robert Knox: Murder, Mad Science and Medical Regulation in Nineteenth-Century Edinburgh

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• Medical regulation shaped practices in the nineteenth century, intertwining with criminal activities.
• Robert Knox's case illustrates the darker side of medical science during this period.
• Analysis includes the societal reactions to mad science and its consequences for medical professionals.
• Understanding this history informs current medical ethical standards and regulatory frameworks.