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Book Synopsis: A landmark work, this history of medical thought from antiquity through the Middle Ages reconstructs the slow transformations and sudden changes in theory and practice that marked the birth and early development of Western medicine.Editor Mirko Grmek and his contributors adopt a synthetic, cross-disciplinary approach that conveys a complete and varied vision of our medical past, with attention to cultural, social, and economic forces as they have affected the historical flow of knowledge and the practice of medicine. The various chapters by an international group of scholars, isolate key ideas behind the history of medicine in the West: charity and aid for the sick; medical scholasticism; the concept of disease; intervention with surgery or drugs; and the regimen of health. Throughout, they highlight the links between socioeconomics in general, with a focus on the physician, and the scientific ideas, beliefs, and techniques behind prevailing medical practices. The result is a multifaceted history, unparalleled in its scope, of the myriad influences on the development of medical thought, and of the impact of that thought on other branches of knowledge and on human behavior across the centuries.
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Discover the fascinating evolution of Western medicine with the groundbreaking book, "Western Medical Thought from Antiquity to the Middle Ages." Delve into the rich history and uncover the slow transformations and sudden changes in theory and practice that shaped the birth and early development of Western medicine. This captivating work, edited by Mirko Grmek and written by esteemed scholars from around the world, offers a comprehensive perspective on how cultural, social, and economic factors influenced medical knowledge and practices throughout the ages.
Through its synthetic and cross-disciplinary approach, this book sheds light on the key ideas that have shaped the history of medicine in the West. Explore concepts such as charity and aid for the sick, medical scholasticism, the understanding of disease, interventions through surgery or drugs, and the importance of maintaining good health. By highlighting the profound connections between socioeconomics and prevailing medical practices, this book unveils a multifaceted history that reaches far beyond the confines of medicine itself.
Unparalleled in its scope, "Western Medical Thought from Antiquity to the Middle Ages" not only traces the development of medical ideas but also examines their impact on other branches of knowledge and human behavior. Gain a deep understanding of how medical thought has shaped our societies and paved the way for advancements in science and healthcare.
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