Scalpels, Stitches and Scars |
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| Author:
| Townsend, John |
| Series title: | A Painful History of Medicine Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4109-1337-1 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2006 |
| Publisher: | Capstone
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| Imprint: | Raintree |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $9.99 |
Book Description:
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Read this history of surgery to find out how scalpels, stitches and scars were a part of medical history. Learn why barbers tried to make people bleed and which group of people used giant ants to seal up wounds. Discover how people in ancient times fixed wounds. Read these real-life stories and fascinating news reports to learn how surgery and medical treatment has changed throughout the years. Eye-catching photographs help you visualize medical treatment and conditions in this painful...
More DescriptionRead this history of surgery to find out how scalpels, stitches and scars were a part of medical history. Learn why barbers tried to make people bleed and which group of people used giant ants to seal up wounds. Discover how people in ancient times fixed wounds. Read these real-life stories and fascinating news reports to learn how surgery and medical treatment has changed throughout the years. Eye-catching photographs help you visualize medical treatment and conditions in this painful history of medicine book.