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The book became a core reference in orthopaedics, combining practical fracture management with Charnley's consideration of the mechanics of treatment and fracture healing. Cambridge University Press describes it as one of the most concise and complete works on closed fracture treatment and notes that its fundamental principles continued to retain relevance many decades after its original publication. Hardboard covers, wrapped in price clipped dust jacket, minimal edge wear with small tears near spine and extremities. Prior owner details (W. H Huffam) to front end paper. Clean, tight pages. Minor age related marks to page exterior. \u003cbr\u003eMr WH Huffam was born in Geelong and attended the Geelong College. 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