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The Story of Medicine
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ISBN10: 1163211400
ISBN13: 9781163211403
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 574
Weight: 2.22
Height: 1.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781163211403
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 574
Weight: 2.22
Height: 1.44 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Story of Medicine by Victor Robinson is a comprehensive and engaging history of medicine from ancient times to the modern era. Robinson explores the evolution of medical practices, theories, and discoveries through the ages, highlighting the contributions of key figures such as Hippocrates, Galen, Paracelsus, Harvey, Pasteur, and Koch. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the development of anatomy and physiology, the rise of surgery and anesthesia, the discovery of vaccines and antibiotics, and the emergence of modern medical specialties. Robinson also discusses the social, cultural, and political contexts in which medical knowledge and practices have evolved, including the impact of religion, war, and scientific revolutions. Written in an accessible and engaging style, The Story of Medicine is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the human quest for health and healing.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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