Isbn: 9780243590346 - dictionnaire historique de la médecine, ancienne et moderne, vol. 2: première et deuxième parties (classic reprint) (3 résultats)

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book traces the historical development of the outstanding medical theories and practices originating in the ancient world and medieval era that persist to this day. The author discusses the "four humors" theory of Hippocrates and Galen, whose ideas dominated medical thinking for nearly 1,500 years. Other landmark theories explored include the discovery of blood circulation by William Harvey in 1628, pioneering advancements in surgery in the 18th century, and the development of germ theory in the 19th century. From the ancient Greeks to modern laboratory breakthroughs, this book provides an in-depth look at the greatest medical advancements throughout history. 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.…