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Myths In Medicine And Old-Time Doctors

Myths In Medicine And Old-Time Doctors

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AnthropologyMythology & Folklore

ISBN10: 1432523236
ISBN13: 9781432523237
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 244
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Myths In Medicine And Old-Time Doctors is a book written by Alfred C. Garratt that delves into the history of medicine and the practices of old-time doctors. The book explores the myths and misconceptions surrounding medicine and healthcare throughout history, including the use of leeches, bloodletting, and other now-outdated medical practices. It also delves into the lives and work of famous doctors throughout history, including Hippocrates, Galen, and Paracelsus. Garratt provides a fascinating look at the development of medicine and healthcare over time, and how our understanding of the human body and its ailments has evolved. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, or for those who are curious about the strange and sometimes bizarre medical practices of the past.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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