Primitive Conceptions Of Disease And Death

By George Gordon Dawson

Book Overview

Primitive Conceptions Of Disease And Death is a book written by George Gordon Dawson that explores the ways in which ancient civilizations and cultures perceived and understood illness and mortality. The book delves into the beliefs and practices of various societies, including those of the Greeks, Egyptians, Babylonians, and Native Americans, among others. It examines the role of religion, magic, and superstition in these cultures and how they were used to explain and treat diseases. The book also discusses the evolution of medical knowledge and the impact of scientific discoveries on these primitive conceptions of disease and death. Dawson's work provides a fascinating insight into the history of medicine and the human experience of illness and mortality.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Healing: Pagan and Christian, by George Gordon Dawson. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132927.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425363636
• ISBN13: 9781425363635
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"