A History of Ideas About the Prolongation of Life

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Geriatrics
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Author: Gerald Gruman, MD, PhD ISBN: 9780826118745
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company Publication: February 26, 2003
Imprint: Springer Publishing Company Language: English
Author: Gerald Gruman, MD, PhD
ISBN: 9780826118745
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Publication: February 26, 2003
Imprint: Springer Publishing Company
Language: English

Dr. Grumanís book examines the quest for longevity and immortality up to the year 1800. He presents multicultural perspectives and attitudes as depicted in Islamic and Chinese societies as well as in Western Civilization. This scholarly work contributes to our understanding of the origins of medicine, personal hygiene and public health as well as the underlying psychological and social determinants of longevity and humanityís longing for its attainment.

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Dr. Grumanís book examines the quest for longevity and immortality up to the year 1800. He presents multicultural perspectives and attitudes as depicted in Islamic and Chinese societies as well as in Western Civilization. This scholarly work contributes to our understanding of the origins of medicine, personal hygiene and public health as well as the underlying psychological and social determinants of longevity and humanityís longing for its attainment.

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