The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus V2: Facsimile Plates And Line For Line Hieroglyphic Transliteration (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169675230)

The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus V2 is a book that presents the facsimile plates and line for line hieroglyphic transliteration of the ancient Egyptian medical text known as the Edwin Smith Papyrus. This text is one of the oldest known medical documents in the world and provides valuable insights into the medical practices of ancient Egypt. The book is authored by James Henry Breasted, an American archaeologist and historian who was a pioneer in the study of ancient Egyptian civilization. The second volume of this book contains detailed illustrations and translations of the surgical techniques and medical treatments described in the papyrus, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and medical professionals interested in the history of medicine. Overall, The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus V2 is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the medical knowledge and practices of ancient Egypt.In Two Volumes.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: James Henry Breasted
ISBN-10: 1169675239
ISBN-13: 9781169675230
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 70
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d