Aretaeus: Consisting Of Eight Books On The Causes, Symptoms, And Cure Of Acute And Chronic Diseases (1785) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165945160)

Aretaeus: Consisting Of Eight Books On The Causes, Symptoms, And Cure Of Acute And Chronic Diseases (1785) is a book authored by John Moffat. The book is a compilation of eight books written by Aretaeus, a Greek physician who lived in the first century AD. The eight books contained in this volume cover a wide range of topics related to the causes, symptoms, and cure of acute and chronic diseases. The first book discusses the nature of diseases and their causes. The second book focuses on the symptoms of diseases, while the third book covers the diagnosis of diseases. The fourth book discusses the treatment of acute diseases, while the fifth book deals with the treatment of chronic diseases. The sixth book focuses on the use of drugs in the treatment of diseases, while the seventh book deals with surgery. The eighth and final book discusses the importance of diet and exercise in maintaining good health. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the medical knowledge and practices of the ancient Greeks, and it is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both medical professionals and laypeople alike. Overall, Aretaeus: Consisting Of Eight Books On The Causes, Symptoms, And Cure Of Acute And Chronic Diseases (1785) is an important work that sheds light on the medical practices of the ancient Greeks and provides valuable insights into the history of medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Moffat
ISBN-10: 1165945169
ISBN-13: 9781165945160
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 518
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.04d