Author: Ian Dawson
For those with a real interest in the world of developing medicines, this book is an amazing insight to the history of curing the sick.
It is one of six books in 'The History of Medicine' series, covering Greek & Roman medicine.
It starts off by covering Greek history itself, followed by myths related to Asclepios, the Greek God. It further describes the Greek theories towards illnesses and medicine and the 'scientific' ways in which doctors helped patients.
The book then covers Roman traditions and methods of curing the sick. It discusses the importance of Galen and his teachings. It also covers the clean and healthy Roman lifestyle. Lastly it covers the impact Greek and Roman discoveries have on medicine now.
Overall, its a great general knowledge book that I enjoyed. I liked the last chapter, on the impact of discoveries, because it related back to todays day and age, where medicine is fast developing. I would have prefered if there was more on actual surgical proceedures back then.
The History of Medicine: Greek & Roman Medicine £12.99 by Ian Dawson
-Haajarah! ^-^
