The Essentials of Health - Couverture rigide

Stowell, Charles Henry

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1023708558 ISBN 13 : 9781023708555

Editeur : Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

"The Essentials of Health: A Text-Book of Anatomy, Physiology, Hygiene, Alcohol, and Narcotics" by Charles Henry Stowell, published in 1892, offers a comprehensive overview of health and the human body as understood at the end of the 19th century. This educational text delves into the intricacies of anatomy and physiology, providing detailed descriptions of the body's systems and their functions. Beyond the biological aspects, the book emphasizes the importance of hygiene for maintaining well-being. A significant portion is dedicated to the effects of alcohol and narcotics on the body, reflecting contemporary concerns and attitudes towards these substances.

Intended as a textbook, "The Essentials of Health" provides a valuable historical perspective on medical and health education during a period of significant scientific advancement. It remains relevant for those interested in the history of medicine, public health, and the evolving understanding of the human body and its care.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hutson Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1023708558
• ISBN 13: 9781023708555
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 358
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible