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Aur. Corn. Celsi De Medicina Libri Octo: Cum Notis Integris ...

Aur. Corn. Celsi De Medicina Libri Octo: Cum Notis Integris ...

Paperback

Medical ReferenceAncient History General

ISBN10: 1175487775
ISBN13: 9781175487773
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Aug 16 2011
Pages: 826
Weight: 2.50
Height: 1.64 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Latin

Aur. Corn. Celsi De Medicina Libri Octo, complete with notes, is a seminal work on medicine by Aulus Cornelius Celsus, a Roman encyclopedist. Written in elegant Latin, this treatise provides a comprehensive overview of medical knowledge during the Roman Empire. Covering topics from surgery and pharmacology to diet and hygiene, Celsus's work offers invaluable insights into ancient medical practices and theories. This edition preserves the original text along with extensive annotations, making it an essential resource for scholars of classical history, medicine, and Latin literature.

The book is a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman medicine and its influence on subsequent medical traditions. Its clarity, organization, and breadth of coverage make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the intellectual achievements of the ancient world.

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