Springer Higher Education: Handbook of Theory and Research: 18

Explore a global perspective on medical knowledge with this comprehensive collection from Springer. This handbook features 19 essays that examine the beliefs and medical practices of cultures outside of the United States and Europe. By looking at diverse traditions, readers gain a deeper understanding of how medicine and culture are connected. The text provides detailed surveys of Islamic, Chinese, Native American, Aboriginal Australian, Indian, Egyptian, and Tibetan medicine. It also offers comparative analysis, such as examining the relationship between Chinese medicine, Western medicine, and religion. This resource is designed to relate specific medical practices to the unique cultures that produced them. Each essay is well illustrated and includes an extensive bibliography, making it a valuable tool for researchers and students in anthropology and sociology. With a global geographic range, this book serves as a significant academic resource for understanding the diverse ways humanity approaches health and healing.