practical cures from Egypt, China, India, South America, Russia, Scandinavia, and more
Buchman, Dian Dincin
2005
Alphabetically arranged entries present hundreds of cures for modern ailments that were used by ancient cultures in Egypt, China, India, South America, Russia, Scandinavia, and other countries.
This book traces the history of medicine from 8000 BCE with the beginning of settlements after the Hunters and Gatherers era to 476 CE with the end of the Roman Empire.
Presents a chronological account of medical development from prehistoric times to the sixth century C.E., including the healing methods of ancient civilizations in Greece, Rome, India, China, and Egypt.
Describes medical techniques such as brain surgery, splints, taking a pulse, forceps, and sanitation in ancient civilizations including the Stone Age, Egypt, Greece, China, India, and Rome.
