Description
A classic study of medicine in antiquity, Ancient Medicine brings together much of Ludwig Edelstein's most important work on a subject that occupied him throughout a distinguished career. Included is his widely known translation of and commentary on the Hippocratic Oath, as well as his other writings on the oath which demonstrate how atypical it is of Greek medical thought. The book also explores the influence of empiricism and skepticism on Greek and Roman medicine, the practice of anatomy and dietetics in antiquity, and the relation of ancient medicine to ancient philosophy.
About the Author
Ekaterina N. Lomperis is a PhD candidate in theology at the University of Chicago and a junior fellow at the Martin Marty Center for the Advanced Study of Religion.
Reviews
Edelstein's work has contributed profoundly to our knowledge and understanding of Greek medicine. Bulletin of the History of Medicine
Book Information
ISBN 9780801834912
Author Ludwig Edelstein
Format Paperback
Page Count 480
Imprint Johns Hopkins University Press
Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press
Weight(grams) 771g
About the Author
Ekaterina N. Lomperis is a PhD candidate in theology at the University of Chicago and a junior fellow at the Martin Marty Center for the Advanced Study of Religion.
Reviews
Edelstein's work has contributed profoundly to our knowledge and understanding of Greek medicine. Bulletin of the History of Medicine
Book Information
ISBN 9780801834912
Author Ludwig Edelstein
Format Paperback
Page Count 480
Imprint Johns Hopkins University Press
Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press
Weight(grams) 771g
