The General Practice Of Physic V1: Extracted Chiefly From The Writings Of The Most Celebrated Practical Physicians (1765)

Brookes, Richard

ISBN 10: 110449213X / ISBN 13: 9781104492137

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009

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• Title: The General Practice Of Physic V1: Extracted Chiefly From The Writings Of The Most Celebrated Practical Physicians (1765)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 110449213X
• ISBN 13: 9781104492137
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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The book titled ""The General Practice of Physic V1: Extracted Chiefly from the Writings of the Most Celebrated Practical Physicians"" was written by Richard Brookes and was first published in 1765. The book is a comprehensive guide to the practice of medicine, drawing heavily from the writings of the most renowned practical physicians of the time. The book is divided into several sections, each dealing with a specific aspect of medicine. The first section covers the principles of medicine, including the causes of disease, the nature of the human body, and the various methods of treatment. The second section deals with the diagnosis of diseases, providing detailed descriptions of the symptoms and signs of various illnesses, along with the appropriate methods of diagnosis. The third section of the book is devoted to the treatment of diseases, providing detailed information on the various methods of treatment, including medications, surgery, and other therapies. The fourth section covers the prevention of disease, including advice on maintaining good health and preventing the spread of infectious diseases. Throughout the book, Brookes provides numerous case studies and examples to illustrate the principles and practices of medicine. He also includes a comprehensive index and glossary of medical terms to aid readers in understanding the complex terminology used in the book. Overall, ""The General Practice of Physic V1"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or the practice of medicine in the 18th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the medical practices of the time and the thinking of some of the most celebrated physicians of the era.And The Medical Essays, Transactions, Journals, And Literary Correspondence Of The Learned Societies In Europe. In Two Volumes.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.