Routledge Disease and Medicine in World History Book

Explore the evolution of human health with Disease and Medicine in World History by Sheldon Watts. This Routledge publication offers a concise introduction to how different cultures have understood and treated sickness throughout time. By examining diverse ideas about illness, this book provides a global perspective on the history of healthcare. The text uses specific case studies to guide readers through different eras and locations, ranging from ancient Egypt to the pre-conquest New World, as well as modern-day America, Asia, and Europe. You will learn how medical practices were not just the work of university-trained doctors, but were also influenced by philosophers and metaphysicians. This book is an excellent resource for students and readers interested in how medical systems evolved across various civilizations. It covers the development of treatments and the changing concepts of sickness in a way that connects historical events to the medical practices we recognize today.