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Explore the diverse medical knowledge and beliefs of cultures outside of the United States and Europe with this comprehensive volume. As part of the Science Across Cultures series, this book provides a deep look into the history and practice of medicine in non-Western societies. This work features specialized articles that survey Islamic, Chinese, Native American, Aboriginal Australian, Indian, Egyptian, and Tibetan medicine. It goes beyond simple surveys by offering comparative essays that examine the relationship between Chinese and Western medicine, as well as the connections between religion and medicine. Designed for students and researchers interested in historiography and the history of science, each essay is well illustrated to help visualize the subject matter. The inclusion of an extensive bibliography makes this an excellent resource for further academic study and deep research into global medical traditions.

Key Features

Comprehensive survey of diverse medical traditions including Islamic, Chinese, Native American, Aboriginal Australian, Indian, Egyptian, and Tibetan medicine.

Comparative essays that analyze the differences and similarities between Chinese and Western medical practices.

In-depth examination of the historical connections and relationships between religion and medicine across various cultures.

Well illustrated essays that provide visual context to the medical knowledge and beliefs discussed in the text.

Extensive bibliographies included with each essay to support academic research and further reading.

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paperback
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Amazon UK
Publication Date
06 December 2010
Listed Since
01 October 2010

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