The Development of the Infant and the Young Child - E-Book

The tenth edition of Illingworth’s The Child: Development and Disorders continues the legacy of Ronald Illingworth, the renowned English pediatrician and Professor of Child Health at the University of Sheffield. First published in 1960, this classic text has guided generations of pediatricians and child health professionals worldwide. The tenth edition updates Illingworth’s seminal observations with contemporary evidence, reflecting the dramatic advances in child development and pediatric care since the ninth edition in 1987. Edited by Dr. MKC Nair and Dr. Paul Russell, this edition bridges historical wisdom with modern scientific understanding, making it an essential reference for students, clinicians, and researchers in child health.

Key Features

• Authoritative legacy: Builds on Ronald Illingworth’s decades of clinical expertise and observations in child development.
• Updated evidence: Integrates contemporary research and findings to complement classical pediatric insights.
• Global relevance: Widely used and translated, reflecting its universal applicability in child health.
• Comprehensive coverage: Addresses all aspects of child development and disorders from infancy to adolescence.
• Educational value: Serves as a core resource for pediatricians, medical students, and child health professionals.