The Mystery and Romance of Alchemy and Pharmacy by C. J. S. Thompson
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| Author | Thompson, C. J. S. (Charles John Samuel), 1862-1943 |
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| Title | The Mystery and Romance of Alchemy and Pharmacy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Mystery and Romance of Alchemy and Pharmacy" by C. J. S. Thompson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the development and significance of alchemy and pharmacy, tracing their origins from ancient civilizations through to the close of the 18th century. It highlights the interplay between superstition and empirical medicine, showcasing how early practices laid the groundwork for modern science. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the ancient roots of healing practices and the emergence of medicine as an art form. It discusses historical texts, such as the "Ebers Papyrus", which reveal the medicinal practices of ancient Egypt, and hints at the contributions of other civilizations like China, Greece, and Rome. The discussion outlines how these early practitioners used empirical methods, herbs, and sometimes magic to treat ailments, laying a foundation for the more structured medical practices that followed. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | R: Medicine |
| Subject | Alchemy |
| Subject | Medicine, Magic, mystic, and spagiric |
| Subject | Pharmacy -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47004 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 346 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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