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Homeric Healing And Therapeutics

Homeric Healing And Therapeutics

Ligeros, Kleanthes A.

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Health GeneralMedical ReferenceGeneral Alternative Health

ISBN10: 1425363342
ISBN13: 9781425363345
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Homeric Healing and Therapeutics is a book written by Kleanthes A. Ligeros that explores the ancient Greek healing practices as depicted in Homer's epics, the Iliad, and the Odyssey. The book is a comprehensive study of the medical knowledge and practices of the ancient Greeks, focusing on the use of plants, herbs, and other natural remedies for healing. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various medical procedures and practices mentioned in the Homeric epics, including the use of poultices, ointments, and tinctures. The book also examines the role of the gods in healing and the importance of the physician-patient relationship in ancient Greek medicine. Homeric Healing and Therapeutics is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, ancient Greek culture, and the healing practices of the past.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: How Ancient Healing Governs Modern Therapeutics, by Kleanthes A. Ligeros. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132668.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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