Medicine in the Middle Ages (History of Medicine)

Medicine in the Middle Ages (History of Medicine)

by IanDawson (Author), IanDawson (Author)

Synopsis

This series looks at the medical contributions and advances made over the centuries, from prehistoric times to the present day. Each book evaluates the major medical issues of the time and the key individuals who pushed medical knowledge into new territory. In this title, readers can discover what 'herbals' were, how the sick were treated, how effective surgery was, the devastating impact the Black Death had throughout Europe and the beginning of new ideas on medical treatment.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 64
Publisher: Wayland
Published: 10 May 2005

ISBN 10: 0750246405
ISBN 13: 9780750246408
Children’s book age: 12+ Years

Author Bio
The author, Ian Dawson, has written and edited over 60 books for children. Previously a school teacher and teacher-trainer in history, Ian then became the Director of Schools History Project for seven years and an educational adviser to the Thackray Medical Museum in Leeds. In 2003 he was awarded the National Teaching Fellowship for excellence in university teaching.