William Harvey

By Archibald Malloch

Book Overview

William Harvey by Archibald Malloch is a biography of the English physician who is credited with discovering the circulation of blood in the human body. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Harvey's life, from his early years in England to his education at Cambridge and his medical training in Italy. It explores Harvey's groundbreaking research and his development of the theory of circulation, as well as his contributions to the field of medicine and his impact on modern science. The book also delves into Harvey's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including Harvey's own writings, Malloch paints a vivid portrait of this important figure in the history of medicine. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, medicine, or the human body.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436682835
• ISBN13: 9781436682831
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"