History of Ideas About the Prolongation of Life (e-bog) af Gerald J. Gruman, MD, PhD

History of Ideas About the Prolongation of Life e-bog

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Dr. Grumanis book examines the quest for longevity and immortality up to the year 1800. He presents multicultural perspectives and attitudes as depicted in Islamic and Chinese societies as well as in Western Civilization. This scholarly work contributes to our understanding of the origins of medicine, personal hygiene and public health as well as the underlying psychological and social determin...
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Forfattere Gerald J. Gruman, MD, PhD (forfatter)
Udgivet 26 februar 2003
Længde 232 sider
Genrer JFCX
Sprog English
Format pdf
Beskyttelse LCP
ISBN 9780826118745
Dr. Grumanis book examines the quest for longevity and immortality up to the year 1800. He presents multicultural perspectives and attitudes as depicted in Islamic and Chinese societies as well as in Western Civilization. This scholarly work contributes to our understanding of the origins of medicine, personal hygiene and public health as well as the underlying psychological and social determinants of longevity and humanityis longing for its attainment.