{"product_id":"9780711294622-history-of-medicine-in-12-objects","title":"The History of Medicine in Twelve Objects","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cp\u003eEntertaining and insightful, \u003ci\u003eThe History of Medicine in Twelve Objects \u003c\/i\u003eis a fascinating guide through the astonishing array of instruments that have come to shape modern medicine as we know it.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Sometimes gruesome, frequently fascinating, and on occasions very funny indeed.' – Mail on Sunday \u003cbr\u003e'.a medical and historical delight.' – \u003ci\u003eDr Hilary Jones \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e‘A fabulous read. Written in a very engaging style, if your favourite medical object isn’t in the top twelve, you’re sure to find it in the very extensive timeline.’ – \u003ci\u003eDr Phil Hammond \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'An absorbing and hugely informative book.' – \u003ci\u003eDr Gill Sutherland \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-- \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the fascinating history of medicine, from its primitive beginnings to the life-saving technologies of today. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAward-winning author Dr Carol Cooper takes you on a journey through the 12 objects that have come to define medicine through the ages. From the barbaric and bizarre to the inventive and impressive, this captivating read is peppered with fascinating anecdotes. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this unique history, you will discover how ill health has been with us for as long as humans have existed, as has the drive to treat and understand it. Over the centuries, the ways in which doctors have engaged with sickness have changed drastically, and so too have the tools at their disposal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs these tools have morphed and evolved, our knowledge of health and disease has expanded. Medical theories have slowly advanced, allowing people to live longer and healthier lives. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe 12 ground-breaking tools explored in this collection include: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Trephine \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bone Saw \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mask \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Microscope \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Stethoscope \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ether Inhaler \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Hypodermic Syringe \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Obstetric Forceps \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe X-ray Machine \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ECT Machine \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Hip Prosthesis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Heart-Lung Machine \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe history of these medical tools is truly astounding, revealing the full extent of human ingenuity, curiosity, and compassion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a book for anyone interested in medical history or seeking a fresh and dynamic take on their specialist subject. With her immense knowledge and engaging writing style, Dr Cooper delivers a history that is not for the faint of heart. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53542170329462,"sku":"9780711294622","price":15.97,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_36336710.jpg?v=1759408342","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/9780711294622-history-of-medicine-in-12-objects","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}