Harvey's Views On The Use Of The Circulation Of The Blood (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432542030)

Harvey's Views On The Use Of The Circulation Of The Blood is a book written by John Green Curtis. The book explores the ideas and theories put forth by the famous physician and anatomist William Harvey regarding the circulation of blood in the human body. Harvey's groundbreaking work on the circulatory system, which he first published in 1628, revolutionized the field of medicine and paved the way for modern understandings of the cardiovascular system. Curtis delves into Harvey's original text, examining the key concepts and arguments put forth by the physician. He also provides historical context for Harvey's work, discussing the prevailing beliefs about the circulatory system at the time, as well as the political and social climate in which Harvey was working. The book is aimed at students and scholars of medicine, anatomy, and physiology, as well as anyone interested in the history of science and medicine. It offers a detailed analysis of Harvey's work and its impact on the field of medicine, as well as insights into the scientific and cultural context in which Harvey was working. Overall, Harvey's Views On The Use Of The Circulation Of The Blood is a comprehensive and informative exploration of one of the most important discoveries in 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 Green Curtis
ISBN-10: 1432542036
ISBN-13: 9781432542030
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d