Medicine In The Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Greece, Alexandria And Rome

Medicine in the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Greece, Alexandria and Rome is a comprehensive historical account of the development of medicine in different ancient civilizations. Written by Victor Robinson, this book takes readers on a journey through time, exploring the medical practices and beliefs of the earliest humans, the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans.Starting with the Stone Age, the book examines the primitive medical practices of early humans, including the use of herbal remedies, trepanation, and primitive surgery. The author then moves on to Ancient Egypt, where medicine was closely tied to religion and magic. The book explores the role of the physician-priests, the use of embalming techniques, and the development of surgical tools and techniques.In Ancient Greece, medicine became more scientific and rational, with the emergence of famous physicians such as Hippocrates and Galen. The book delves into the Hippocratic Oath, the four humors, and the development of anatomy and physiology. The author also explores the medical schools of Alexandria, where scholars such as Herophilus and Erasistratus made groundbreaking discoveries in anatomy and physiology.Moving on to Ancient Rome, the book examines the contributions of famous physicians such as Celsus and Dioscorides, as well as the development of public health and sanitation practices. The author also explores the role of the army in the development of medicine, as well as the use of herbal remedies and the practice of bloodletting.Overall, Medicine in the Stone Age, Ancient Egypt, Greece, Alexandria and Rome provides a fascinating insight into the development of medicine in different ancient civilizations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the evolution of human health practices.THIS 140 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Story of Medicine, by Victor Robinson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419154311.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.