Immerse yourself in the history of medicine - a colourful story of
skill, serendipity, trial and error, moments of genius, and dogged
determination. From traditional chinese medicine to today's
sophisticated gene therapies and robotic surgery, A Short History
of Medicine combines riveting storytelling and beautiful images,
historical accounts and lucid explanations, to illuminate the story
of medicine through time. Witness early, bloody, anaesthetic-free
operations; see the first crude surgical instruments; trace the
mapping of the circulatory system; follow the painstaking detective
work that led to the decoding of the human genome; and understand
the role that potions, cures, therapies, herbal medicines, and
drugs have played in the human quest to tame and conquer disease,
injury, and death. Dive deep into this magnificent medicine book to
discover: - Vivid, compelling, and informative read written in an
engaging and colourful style - Excerpts from documents, diaries,
and notebooks offers fascinating eyewitness accounts. - Charts and
contextualises the great milestones of medical history. A Short
History of Medicine is an engrossing illustrated history and tale
of drama and discovery that celebrates the milestones of medical
history across generations and cultures. From eradicating smallpox
to the early anaesthetics, the very first transplants to the
genetic code, this groundbreaking guide to the history of medicine
has something for everyone to explore, learn and discover. Ideal
for adults and young adults alike, whether you have a keen interest
in medicine, science or social history, this all-encompassing
medicine book is sure to quench your thirst for knowledge!
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