History Of Medicine: From The Earliest Ages To The Commencement Of The Nineteenth Century (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548144015)

""History of Medicine: From the Earliest Ages to the Commencement of the Nineteenth Century"" is a comprehensive book written by Robley Dunglison. The book explores the evolution of medicine from ancient times to the beginning of the 19th century. The author delves into the medical practices and beliefs of ancient civilizations, including the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. He also discusses the contributions of medieval scholars and the Renaissance era to the field of medicine. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the development of medical knowledge, the role of religion in medicine, the emergence of medical schools, and the contributions of individual doctors and researchers. It also discusses the impact of social and political factors on the practice of medicine throughout history. The author's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both medical professionals and laypeople. The book is well-researched and includes numerous references and sources. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of medical practices over time.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: Robley Dunglison
ISBN-10: 054814401X
ISBN-13: 9780548144015
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d