The Beginnings Of Therapeutics, Surgery And The First Medical Books
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The Beginnings of Therapeutics, Surgery and the First Medical Books is a comprehensive book written by Warren R. Dawson. This book explores the history of medicine, specifically the origins of therapeutic practices and surgery. It delves into the earliest recorded medical texts, including those from ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Greece. The book also examines the development of surgical techniques, from trepanation to amputation, and the evolution of medical instruments and tools.In addition to discussing the history of medicine, this book also explores the cultural and social contexts in which medical practices emerged. It examines the role of religion and superstition in early medical practices, as well as the influence of political and economic factors on the development of medicine.The Beginnings of Therapeutics, Surgery and the First Medical Books is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of medicine. It provides a comprehensive overview of the earliest medical practices and the evolution of therapeutic and surgical techniques, and sheds light on the cultural and social factors that shaped the development of medicine.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Magician and Leech, by Warren R. Dawson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766127060.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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- ISBN-13: 9781169161948
- ISBN-10: 1169161944
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: September 2010
- Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.25 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.58 pounds
- Page Count: 22
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