"Translation of the Kreuterbuch (Herbals) with comments," by Werner M. K. Seidler, 1965 - 1966

File — Box: 8

Identifier: MSS-SM 054

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Scope and Contents

This collection contains photocopies and an English translation of a 17th century book about the medicinal uses of herbs, Krueterbuch, by Adam Lonicer, published around 1630. Translation to English from German and accompanying comments are by Werner Seidler, a Butler University pharmacy student.

Dates

Creation: 1965 - 1966

Creator

Seidler, Werner K. (Person)

Language of Materials

English translation with photocopies of German original.

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research. When requesting access to a small collection, please include the File Identifier (eg. MSS-SM ###) in your request.

Biographical Note

Werner Max Karl Seidler was born in Kolberg, Germany in 1920 and later immigrated to the United States, becoming a citizen in 1959. He received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical studies in 1960 and a Master of Science in 1966, both from Butler University. Mr. Seidler went on the work as a research chemist at Eli Lilly for 33 years. He passed away in Indianapolis in 2003.

Extent

0.2 Linear Feet (3 folders)

Additional Description

Bibliography

Indianapolis Star, “Werner Seidler Obituary,” published March 05, 2003, last accessed December 21, 2023 https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/indystar/name/werner-seidler-obituary?id=48797256