Medicine: The Definitive Illustrated History
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See the greatest medical breakthroughs come to life through superb illustrations!
From ancient herbal medicine to traditional Chinese medicine, take a visual tour throughout the history of medicine with this comprehensive medical reference book.
Discover medicine through time! Here’s what you’ll find in this illustrated history book about medicine:
– Offers a broad and accessible visual history of medicine – from the first herbal remedies to the attempt to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic
– Intriguing narratives are illustrated with photographs, paintings, and artefacts
– Offers a vivid, compelling, and informative read written in an engaging and colourful style
– Excerpts from documents, diaries, and notebooks offer fascinating eyewitness accounts
This medicine history book charts fascinating developments in diagnosis, surgery, healing and drugs through the ages. Feature spreads explore key medical concepts in detail and enhance the reader’s understanding of human anatomy, surgical instruments, and medical developments.
Clear diagrams explain major diseases such as cancer, and trace the progression of medical treatment through time, from ancient healing arts to scurvy and smallpox to modern psychiatry. Double-page features tell the story of the men and women involved in the extraordinary evolution of this scientific field – from Hippocrates to Florence Nightingale.
It’s the perfect book for medical professionals, students of medicine, or anyone with a keen interest in medicine, science, or social history.
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Additional information
| Publisher | 1st edition (1 Sept. 2016), DK |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Hardcover | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 9780241225967 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241225967 |
| Dimensions | 24.2 x 2.4 x 28.4 cm |
by Peachy
What a fascinating book! Filled with pictures and photographs this book really does chart the history of medicine right up to the present day – and beyond.
I thoroughly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in medicine and medical history – you won’t be disappointed!
by Amazon Customer
I’m autistic and have a keen interest in medicine through the ages. I was bought this book as a birthday present and was really excited to read it.
Unfortunately I can’t hold books due to physical disabilities that affect my strength & dexterity, so I was bought the kindle version. Cue extreme disappointment when I see that the text on the kindle version is actually too small to read, with no option to make it bigger. You *can* zoom in on the pages, but this gets annoying as you have to scroll throughout the texts and images, then zoom out to turn the page.
I’m beyond disappointed, and this is just useless ‘accessibility’ for disabled folks. I feel like if a book is being sold as a kindle book, it should explicitly mention at the point of sale that the font is so small and can’t be increased.
by Alex H
It was bought as a Christmas gift for someone who loves learning about history and medicine, and he absolutely loved it. Really good price compared to high street bookstore chains.
by Elle
Prepare to be spellbound.
This book is a tour de force that effortlessly blends art, knowledge, and captivating storytelling, leaving even the most discerning of minds utterly captivated. It surpassed even my loftiest expectations, unveiling a treasure trove of enlightenment that left me in a state of intellectual ecstasy.
The sheer beauty of this tome is awe-inspiring. Each page is a work of art, meticulously crafted to transport you through time, guiding your imagination through the corridors of medical breakthroughs and the triumphs of human perseverance.
The vivid illustrations, painstakingly detailed and accompanied by enthralling anecdotes, breathe life into long-forgotten eras, taking us on a riveting expedition through the evolution of medicine.
They traverse the vast expanse of medical milestones, from the ancient healers of Egypt to the groundbreaking discoveries of modern medicine, illuminating every step of the journey with unparalleled clarity and reverence.
This literary marvel manages to strike a perfect balance between informative content and sheer entertainment. It educates with a finesse that is both accessible to novices and satisfyingly comprehensive for seasoned scholars. The narrative flows seamlessly, presenting complex concepts with such elegance that even the most intricate medical terminology becomes a symphony to the ears.
The book is not only a feast for the eyes but also a heaven for the curious. Engaging sidebars and illuminating facts adorn each chapter, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in this magnificent exploration of medical marvels. The authors have skillfully managed to distill vast amounts of information into bite-sized gems that tantalize our intellectual palates without overwhelming our senses.
by vl
DK books are by far the best. I use them for research and I know and can trust them, besides the easy graphics. Tremendous books. This one is superb. Everything I need to know about the history of medicine in one easy, superbly illustrated book. Top marks as always DK.
by WoolleyBum
This book is brilliant. It’s big and has lots of great illustrations. It is ordered in a timeline and shows the progression of medicine, techniques and discoveries.
by Sima A.
Bought this for my dad, he loved the illustrations which are extensive , he knows it will be a good read and is pleased with the large text format. I myself flicked through the pages and saw how it covers so many fields and history . Well worth the purchase.
by Amazon Customer
very prompt service and good quality product