This book details the ancient Greek and Chaldaean understanding of the origins and treatment of diseases. It examines how ancient eastern medical traditions influenced Greek medicine and charts this development from its origins to the establishment of the medical schools in Alexandria. The author contrasts this ancient knowledge with the later beliefs and practices of medieval and Renaissance medicine, highlighting the influence of these ancient ideas on the development of Western medicine. The book illuminates the origins of medical practices and beliefs that still exist today, providing a fascinating insight into the historical and cultural foundations of modern medicine.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the ancient Greek and Chaldaean understanding of the origins and treatment of diseases. It examines how ancient eastern medical traditions influenced Greek medicine and charts this development from its origins to the establishment of the medical schools in Alexandria. The author contrasts this ancient knowledge with the later beliefs and practices of medieval and Renaissance medicine, highlighting the influence of these ancient ideas on the development of Western medicine. The book illuminates the origins of medical practices and beliefs that still exist today, providing a fascinating insight into the historical and cultural foundations of modern medicine. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243087174_0
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