William Harvey: Masters Of Medicine

By D'Arcy Power

Book Overview

William Harvey: Masters of Medicine is a biographical account of the life and work of William Harvey, one of the most important figures in the history of medicine. Harvey was a 17th century English physician who is credited with discovering the circulation of blood in the human body. The book traces Harvey's life from his early years as a student in Cambridge to his later years as a physician and lecturer in London. It explores his groundbreaking research into the workings of the heart and blood vessels, and the impact that his discoveries had on the field of medicine. The book also delves into Harvey's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles to gain recognition for his work. Written by D'Arcy Power, a renowned medical historian, William Harvey: Masters of Medicine is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the greatest minds in the history of medicine.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: 1162802197
• ISBN13: 9781162802190
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 300 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"