Surgical Instruments In Greek And Roman Times (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163509067)

Surgical Instruments In Greek And Roman Times is a book written by John Stewart Milne that explores the history of surgical instruments used during the ancient Greek and Roman times. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of surgical instruments used during this period, including scalpels, forceps, saws, and other tools.Milne delves into the various surgical practices that were common during ancient times, including amputations, trepanning, and cauterization. He also discusses the different materials used to make surgical instruments, such as bronze, iron, and silver.The book provides detailed illustrations and descriptions of the different surgical instruments, providing readers with a clear understanding of their function and design. Milne also examines the role of surgery in ancient Greek and Roman society, discussing the attitudes towards surgery and the training of surgeons.Overall, Surgical Instruments In Greek And Roman Times offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of surgery and the tools used by ancient physicians. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the evolution of surgical instruments.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 Stewart Milne
ISBN-10: 116350906X
ISBN-13: 9781163509067
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 242
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d