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The Story of Medicine: From Early Healing to the Miracles of Modern Medicine

Anne Rooney

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Evolutionary journey of healing and medical milestones.

If you've ever been fascinated by how far we've come from the days of trepanation to the marvels of modern medicine, "The Story of Medicine" is your time machine. Anne Rooney stitches together a compelling narrative that not only celebrates breakthroughs but also humanizes the medical journey with stories about the pioneers and patients who've shaped our current understanding. It's an eye-opening read that makes you appreciate every medical convenience we often take for granted.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781848372153
Author: Anne Rooney
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Limited
Date of Publication: 2012-01-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Science
Related Topics: Medicine
Goodreads rating: 3.99
(rated by 71 readers)

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The Story of Medicine surveys humankind's remarkable progress along the road of medical discovery. In a fascinating narrative, it describes the key developments and breakthroughs, and profiles the scientists, surgeons, and doctors who made them. The book charts the development of medicine in different cultures around the world, showing how distinct traditions evolved and influenced each other. It describes how knowledge was lost and later rediscovered, and tells the story of brave individuals who challenged tradition through experimentation and reason.
 

Evolutionary journey of healing and medical milestones.

If you've ever been fascinated by how far we've come from the days of trepanation to the marvels of modern medicine, "The Story of Medicine" is your time machine. Anne Rooney stitches together a compelling narrative that not only celebrates breakthroughs but also humanizes the medical journey with stories about the pioneers and patients who've shaped our current understanding. It's an eye-opening read that makes you appreciate every medical convenience we often take for granted.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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