Circulation of the Blood: Men and Ideas

Fishman, Alfred P. and Dickinson W. Richards

ISBN 10: 0683032461 / ISBN 13: 9780683032468

Published by Bethesda: American Physiological Society, 1982

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Circulation of the Blood: Men and Ideas
• Publisher: Bethesda: American Physiological Society
• Publication Date: 1982
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0683032461
• ISBN 13: 9780683032468
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: Second Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket

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Synopsis

Capturing the real spirit of creativity in physiology, this book explores the personal elements involved in scientific discovery. Circulation of the Blood is the story of the people and achievements that have changed the way we've come to view the human body. The authors, renowned for their extensive experience in the field, examine the heritage of creative genius involved in physiology and trace the historical development of ideas relating to various aspects of circulation of the blood. Their comprehensive coverage goes from the early discoveries of the Greeks and Romans up to modern times.

About the Author

Dickinson W. Richards, Lambert Professor of Medicine Emeritus, both of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.