Understand the science behind medicines through classic lectures on the rationale of drugs. This volume, a historical text, offers practical observations on how substances are tested, classified, and used in healing.
The work presents a methodical look at earths, acids, and solvents, and how experiments reveal their roles in health. It explains the ways physicians and chemists argued about purity, potency, and the changing nature of medicines as they are prepared and refined.
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Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the ancient understanding of earth, one of the four classical elements, as a medicinal substance. The author, a renowned expert in the field, examines how earth was perceived and utilized in ancient medical practices, providing a comprehensive overview of its historical, philosophical, and practical significance. The book explores the various types of earths, their properties, and their applications in treating a wide range of ailments. By examining ancient texts and analyzing archaeological evidence, the author sheds light on the sophisticated understanding of earth's medicinal qualities possessed by ancient healers. This book is a valuable resource for scholars, medical practitioners, and anyone interested in the history of medicine and the enduring power of natural remedies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781334339455_0
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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781334339455
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Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Codice articolo LW-9781334339455
Quantità: 15 disponibili