Pediatrics of the Past - Brossura

Ruhrah, John

Brossura

ISBN 10: 1025901282 ISBN 13: 9781025901282

Casa editrice: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Riassunto

"Pediatrics of the Past" is an extensive and authoritative survey of the development of pediatric medicine from ancient times through the nineteenth century. Compiled by the esteemed physician and bibliophile John Ruhräh, this work functions as both a historical narrative and a curated anthology of the most significant writings in the field of child health.

Through a meticulous selection of texts, Ruhräh traces the evolution of medical thought regarding the treatment of children, featuring insights from classical antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. The book provides a window into the diagnostic methods, therapeutic practices, and surgical interventions used by healers throughout history, enriched by the author's scholarly commentary and detailed biographical notes on pioneering medical figures. By gathering these diverse sources, the work illustrates the slow but steady progression from superstitious folk medicine to systematic clinical observation.

As a foundational text in the history of medicine, "Pediatrics of the Past" is an essential resource for researchers, historians, and practitioners alike. It highlights the enduring challenges of pediatric care while celebrating the scientific breakthroughs that have shaped modern clinical practice. This volume remains a profound tribute to the legacy of those who dedicated their lives to understanding and curing the ailments of childhood.

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Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Tradd Street Press
• Data di pubblicazione: 2026
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1025901282
• ISBN 13: 9781025901282
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 658
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile