Publisher's Synopsis
The Evolution of Modern Medicine is a comprehensive book written by William Osler, a renowned physician and medical educator. The book traces the history of medicine from ancient times to the modern era, highlighting the major breakthroughs and developments that have led to the current state of medical science.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in the history of medicine. The first chapter deals with the medicine of the ancient Greeks and Romans, while the second chapter focuses on the medieval period and the emergence of universities and medical schools.The subsequent chapters cover the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the Industrial Revolution, which brought about significant advancements in medical science. The book also explores the impact of war, epidemics, and social movements on the development of medicine.Osler's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both medical professionals and lay readers. He provides detailed descriptions of medical practices, procedures, and discoveries, as well as the personalities and contributions of key figures in the field.Overall, The Evolution of Modern Medicine is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of medicine and its evolution into the modern era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science and medicine.Born in 1682, Morgagni studied at Bologna under Valsalva and Albertini. In 1711, he was elected professor of medicine at Padua. He published numerous anatomical observations and several smaller works of less importance. The great work which has made his name immortal in the profession, appeared in his eightieth year, and represents the accumulated experience of a long life. Though written in the form of letters, the work is arranged systematically and has an index of exceptional value. From no section does one get a better idea of the character and scope of the work than from that relating to the heart and arteries--affections of the pericardium, diseases of the valves, ulceration, rupture, dilation and hypertrophy and affections of the aorta are very fully described. The section on aneurysm of the aorta remains one of the best ever written.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
