Isbn: 9780282295967 - a short history of medicine: introducing medical principles to students and non-medical readers (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive historical analysis of the development of medicine from its humble origins in ancient Greece to the sophisticated science it has become today. It traces the transition from the animistic and superstitious beliefs of ancient times to the rational and scientific methods that now characterize the field. The author discusses the contributions of key figures such as Hippocrates, Aristotle, and Galen, and explores how their ideas have influenced the practice of medicine over the centuries. The book also examines the evolution of medical knowledge and techniques, from the earliest anatomical dissections to the groundbreaking discoveries of the Renaissance and beyond. By weaving together historical narrative and scientific insights, this book offers a fascinating and in-depth look at the evolution of one of humanity's most important endeavors. 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.…