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Explore the complex relationship between medical writing and live demonstration in Cutting Words: Polemical Dimensions of Galen's Anatomical Experiments. Written by Luis Alejandro Salas, this scholarly work from the Studies in Ancient Medicine series examines how Galen utilized his experimental writing to communicate scientific findings. Through four detailed case studies, the text investigates how Galen used the written word as a replacement for live performance. The book argues that his writing often served as an improvement upon physical demonstrations, providing a unique perspective on ancient medical practices. This volume is an essential resource for those studying the history of medicine and the evolution of scientific communication in antiquity.

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This book by Luis Alejandro Salas examines the polemical dimensions of Galen's anatomical experiments.

The text includes four specific case studies regarding the experimental writing of Galen.

Published by Brill as part of the Studies in Ancient Medicine series, volume 55.

The content analyzes how Galen used writing as a surrogate for live medical performances.

This work provides a deep look into the history of ancient medicine and scientific documentation.

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Brill
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26 November 2020
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