Fathers of Biology by Charles McRae

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Author McRae, Charles
Title Fathers of Biology
Note Reading ease score: 50.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Hippocrates -- Aristotle -- Galen -- Vesalius -- Harvey.
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Summary "Fathers of Biology" by Charles McRae is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The book explores the lives and contributions of five seminal figures in the field of biology: Hippocrates, Aristotle, Galen, Vesalius, and Harvey. Each chapter delves into the historical context and specific advancements each naturalist made to shape the understanding of biological science. The opening of the work introduces Hippocrates, often revered as "the Father of Medicine," and outlines his significant influence on the field. It discusses his early life, education, and the environment in which he practiced medicine, emphasizing that he was among the first to advocate for natural causes of disease rather than attributing them to divine intervention. Hippocrates' methodologies and teachings are presented as foundational to medical practice, focusing on his observations about disease, the importance of the body's humors, and the significance of careful clinical observation, which set the stage for future biological study. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Biography
Subject Harvey, William, 1578-1657
Subject Physicians
Subject Aristotle, 384 BC-322 BC
Subject Biology -- History
Subject Biologists
Subject Hippocrates
Subject Galen
Subject Vesalius, Andreas, 1514-1564
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EBook-No. 24456
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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