R. T. Trall

Russell Thacher Trall (August 5, 1812 - September 23, 1877) was an American medical practitioner and writer, one of the early American promoters of hydropathy, natural hygiene, vegetarianism, and temperance.

Selected Bibliography

 * "Hydropathic Encyclopedia" (1852)
 * "New Hydropathic Cook-Book" (1854)
 * "The Alcoholic Controversy" (1856)
 * "The Complete Gymnasium" (1857)
 * "The True Temperance Platform, or an Exposition of the Fallacy of Alcoholic Medication" (1864-6)
 * "Hand-Book of Hygienic Practice" (1865)
 * "Water-Cure for the Million" (1867)

In addition to his books, Trall was the editor of the "Hydropathic Review" (1845-8).