Early Medicine And Surgery (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425368920)

Early Medicine and Surgery is a comprehensive historical account of the development of medicine and surgery from ancient times to the 19th century. The book is written by Thomas Joseph Pettigrew, a renowned surgeon and medical historian of the 19th century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the medical practices and surgical techniques used by ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. It also explores the contributions of medieval Islamic scholars to the field of medicine, such as the development of surgical instruments and the use of anesthesia. The book covers the Renaissance period and the scientific revolution, which saw the emergence of modern medicine and surgical techniques. It also delves into the significant medical breakthroughs of the 19th century, such as the discovery of antiseptics and the development of anesthesia. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and surgery and provides a fascinating insight into the evolution of medical practices over the centuries.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: On Superstitions Connected with the History and Practice of Medicine and Surgery, by Thomas Joseph Pettigrew. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766136922.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: Thomas Joseph Pettigrew
ISBN-10: 1425368921
ISBN-13: 9781425368920
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.10d