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A History of Pharmacy in Pictures
George A. Bender
其他書名
A Historical Background of the Forty Paintings in the History of Pharmacy Series
出版
Literary Licensing, LLC
, 2012-06
主題
Art / History / General
History / Essays
Literary Collections / General
Medical / Pharmacy
Philosophy / General
ISBN
1258400227
9781258400224
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=p4AJMAEACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋
""A History of Pharmacy in Pictures"" is a comprehensive book that provides a historical background of the forty paintings in the ""History of Pharmacy"" series. The author, George A. Bender, presents a visual journey through the evolution of pharmacy and medicine, from ancient times to the modern era. The book is filled with stunning illustrations and photographs that depict the development of drugs, medicines, and medical practices over the centuries.The book is divided into chapters, each covering a specific period in the history of pharmacy. The first chapter focuses on the ancient world, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome, where the use of herbs and natural remedies was prevalent. The second chapter covers the medieval period, where pharmacy was closely related to alchemy and the search for the ""elixir of life."" The subsequent chapters explore the Renaissance, the Age of Enlightenment, and the modern era, each with its own unique developments in pharmacy and medicine.The author provides detailed explanations of each painting, highlighting its historical significance and relevance to the development of pharmacy. The book also includes biographies of notable pharmacists and physicians who contributed to the field, as well as information on the institutions and organizations that shaped the profession.Overall, ""A History of Pharmacy in Pictures"" is an informative and visually stunning book that provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of pharmacy and medicine. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, pharmacy, or science in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
