The History of Medicine by Mark Jackson

The History of Medicine by Mark Jackson

A wide-ranging introduction that reveals the fusion of East and West, science and quackery, in the roots of modern medicine

'lively and accessible'

* Medical History *

‘As ever Mark Jackson offers us a humane and expansive view of the past to inform our vision of the futureAs well as being a fantastic introduction to the history of medicine, this book is essential reading at a time when medical humanities scholars are for the first time working closely with clinicians and scientists to influence the direction of medical therapy and practice.’

* Jane Macnaughton, Professor of Medical Humanities, Durham University *

'Lively and accessible. This is much more than a beginner’s guide, it will make students think.'

-- Linda Bryder, Professor of History, University of Aukland

'The very best one volume history of health and illness available.  Clearly written, up-to-date and informative...A great read.'

-- Sander Gilman, Professor of Liberal Art and Sciences, Emory University

'The history of medicine does not come more sumptuous than this. In one short book, Jackson has transformed the way we understand the theory and practice of medicine. This is global history at its most sophisticated.'

-- Joanna Bourke, Professor of History, Birkbeck College, University of London

Mark Jackson is Professor of the History of Medicine and Director of the Centre for Medical History at the University of Exeter. Beginning his career as a medical practitioner, he is a highly respected scholar and the author and editor of numerous books and articles on the history of medicine. He lives in Exmouth in the UK.

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ISBN 13	9781780745206
ISBN 10	1780745206
Title	The History of Medicine
Author	Mark Jackson
Series	Beginner's Guides
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Oneworld Publications
Year published	2014-07-03
Number of pages	256
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