Coca and its Therapeutic Application, Third Edition

** "Coca and its Therapeutic Application, Third Edition" by Angelo Mariani is a scientific study from the 1800s that explores the Coca plant and its medical uses. The book examines how Coca affects health, paying close attention to its chemical parts, especially cocaine. It aims to provide an overview of Coca's history, how it's grown, and the latest scientific research, making it useful for doctors and scientists interested in how it can be used for healing. The book starts by talking about the importance of Coca in treating illnesses in the past. It mentions 'Vin Mariani,' a mix of Coca and wine used to treat tiredness and brain problems. Mariani talks about his own studies of the Coca plant, setting the stage to later explore its botany, its role in indigenous cultures, and the growing amount of research supporting its medical use. The target audience is medical professionals, promising a structured look at Coca's cultivation, physical effects, and suggested medical uses. **