The Pulse of Eternity: The Life and Mind of Ibn al-Nafis (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798313583068)

The Pulse of Eternity: The Life and Mind of Ibn al-Nafis

By Omar Han

A Forgotten Genius. A Groundbreaking Discovery. A Legacy That Defied Time.

In the golden age of Islamic science, amid the towering minarets and bustling libraries of 13th-century Cairo, one man dared to challenge centuries of accepted medical doctrine. The Pulse of Eternity: The Life and Mind of Ibn al-Nafis is an epic, immersive biography that brings to life the story of the visionary polymath who uncovered one of the greatest medical secrets of all time-the pulmonary circulation of blood, centuries before it was credited to the West.

From his humble beginnings in Damascus to his meteoric rise as a chief physician in Mamluk Cairo, Ibn al-Nafis's journey is one of relentless curiosity, intellectual defiance, and a deep commitment to truth. With a mind that seamlessly fused medicine, philosophy, and literature, he not only revolutionized human anatomy but also penned one of the earliest known works of Arabic science fiction, Theologus Autodidactus, daring to explore themes of reason, faith, and the nature of knowledge itself.

In this meticulously researched and masterfully woven historical narrative, Omar Han takes readers on an enthralling odyssey through medieval hospitals, royal courts, and secretive scholarly debates. Witness the tensions between tradition and innovation, the rivalries that shaped the medical landscape, and the echoes of Ibn al-Nafis's work as it resurfaced centuries later, reshaping the history of medicine.

What You'll Discover in This Book:

✅ The lost history of a medical pioneer who challenged Galen's 1,000-year-old theories.

✅ A riveting blend of historical fact, philosophical musings, and literary storytelling.

✅ The mystery of lost manuscripts-forgotten works on dietetics, ophthalmology, and metaphysics.

✅ The rediscovery of Ibn al-Nafis's contributions in the 20th century and their impact on modern cardiology.

✅ A celebration of the Islamic Golden Age, its vibrant intellectual culture, and its enduring influence on science.

Perfect for lovers of historical biographies, medical history, and thought-provoking narratives, The Pulse of Eternity is a tribute to a man whose brilliance was nearly lost to time-but whose ideas continue to pulse through every human heart today.

Author: Omar Han
ISBN-13: 9798313583068
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 03/10/2025
Pages: 98
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.23lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.20d