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Explore the evolution of healthcare with A History of Medicine from Routledge. Originally published in 1941, this comprehensive guide traces medical advancements from Ancient Egypt and Ancient Babylonia through to the 20th century. The text examines how medical progress relates to the advancement of civilization, covering the shift from old magical rites and religious creeds to classical Hippocratism and revolutionary scientific discoveries. This volume provides a deep look at the economic, intellectual, and political conditions that shaped medical life across different nations and eras. It is an essential resource for readers interested in the historical development of medical practices and their connection to the broader history of human society.

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This Routledge Library Edition provides a detailed guide to medical advancement from Ancient Egypt and Babylonia to the 20th century.

The text examines the transition from early magical rites and religious creeds to classical Hippocratism and scientific discoveries.

Read about the relationship between medical progress and the advancement of human civilization throughout history.

Gain insight into the economic, intellectual, and political conditions that influenced different nations during various historical periods.

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Release Date
17 December 2018
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18 August 2018

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