A short history of medicine
Erwin Heinz Ackerknecht
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A short history of medicine
by Erwin Heinz Ackerknecht, Erwin H. Ackerknecht
Published
1982
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pages
277
ISBN-13
9780801827266
ISBN-10
0801827264
Description
Since it was first published in 1955, A Short History of Medicine has been hailed as the best available book of its kind: a concise and readable introduction to the history of medicine, written for students and professionals alike. This new, revised edition of Erwin H. Ackerknecht's classic volume is now available in paperback, making the book especially suitable for classroom use. In twenty short chapters, Ackerknecht traces the fascinating saga of man's progress in the science and art of medicine, from primitive times through early civilizations, classical antiquity, the Middle Ages and Renaissance, and into the mid-twentieth century. The struggles and triumphs of some of history's most renowned medical pioneers -- Hippocrates, Harvey, Jenner, Osler, and many more -- are here, but this is not a catalog of individual accomplishments. Ackerknecht strikes a balance between the history of medicine and its social and cultural background; between medical science and medical practice; and between clinical and preventative medicine, illuminating not only the world of medicine but the position of medicine in the world. - Back cover.
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How many pages are in A short history of medicine?
This edition of A short history of medicine has approximately 277 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read A short history of medicine?
For most readers, A short history of medicine typically takes between 5h 46m and 3h 51m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 69,250 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of A short history of medicine?
The estimated word count for A short history of medicine is approximately 69,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of A short history of medicine?
A short history of medicine was written by Erwin Heinz Ackerknecht, Erwin H. Ackerknecht.
When was A short history of medicine published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1982. The original work may have been published on a different date.