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Title: Chronicles of Pharmacy, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Karin Spence, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Chronicles of Pharmacy, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by A. C. Wootton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich history of pharmacy, exploring the ancient origins and evolution of medicinal practices through various myths, legends, and historical contexts. By tracing the contributions of renowned figures in the field, Wootton aims to highlight how cultural beliefs and scientific progress have shaped modern pharmacy. The opening of this volume introduces the reader to the ancient roots of pharmacy, positing that herbalists were likely the first medical practitioners, gathering knowledge through observation and experimentation. Wootton discusses how early pharmacies were steeped in mysticism and the blending of magic and medicine, with deities like Osiris and Isis credited with imparting medical knowledge. The text also hints at the author’s intention to explore the historical lineage of popular medications while acknowledging the complexities and diversions he may encounter along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wootton, A. C., -1910
Editor: MacEwan, Peter, 1856-1917
EBook No.: 65872
Published: Jul 19, 2021
Downloads: 171
Language: English
Subject: Pharmacy -- History
LoCC: Medicine: Pharmacy and materia medica
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Chronicles of Pharmacy, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Karin Spence, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Chronicles of Pharmacy, Vol. 1 (of 2)" by A. C. Wootton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the rich history of pharmacy, exploring the ancient origins and evolution of medicinal practices through various myths, legends, and historical contexts. By tracing the contributions of renowned figures in the field, Wootton aims to highlight how cultural beliefs and scientific progress have shaped modern pharmacy. The opening of this volume introduces the reader to the ancient roots of pharmacy, positing that herbalists were likely the first medical practitioners, gathering knowledge through observation and experimentation. Wootton discusses how early pharmacies were steeped in mysticism and the blending of magic and medicine, with deities like Osiris and Isis credited with imparting medical knowledge. The text also hints at the author’s intention to explore the historical lineage of popular medications while acknowledging the complexities and diversions he may encounter along the way. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Wootton, A. C., -1910
Editor: MacEwan, Peter, 1856-1917
EBook No.: 65872
Published: Jul 19, 2021
Downloads: 171
Language: English
Subject: Pharmacy -- History
LoCC: Medicine: Pharmacy and materia medica
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.