Isbn: 9780243028009 - the Popular Science Monthly, 1883, Vol. 23 (3 results)

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  • Language: English

    Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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    PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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    Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes a historical look at medical quackery, providing examples from the medieval era to the 18th century and beyond. The author explores the reasons why people are drawn to quackery, from psychological factors to the desire for a quick fix. The book also examines the methods quacks use to deceive their victims, such as using fake cures and testimonials. The author argues that quackery is a persistent problem because it appeals to people's hopes and fears. However, the book also highlights the role of science and skepticism in combating quackery and promoting evidence-based 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.