The Archaeology of Medicine in the Greco-Roman World

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Archaeology, Health & Well Being, Medical, History
Cover of the book The Archaeology of Medicine in the Greco-Roman World by Patricia A. Baker, Cambridge University Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Patricia A. Baker ISBN: 9781107289369
Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publication: September 30, 2013
Imprint: Cambridge University Press Language: English
Author: Patricia A. Baker
ISBN: 9781107289369
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication: September 30, 2013
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Language: English

This book teaches students and scholars of Greco-Roman medical history how to use and critically assess archaeological materials. Ancient medicine is a subject dominated by textual sources, yet there is a wealth of archaeological remains that can be used to broaden our understanding of medicine in the past. In order to use the information properly, this book explains how to ask questions of an archaeological nature, how to access different types of archaeological materials, and how to overcome problems the researcher might face. It also acts as an introduction to the archaeology of medicine for archaeologists interested in this aspect of their subject. Although the focus is on the Greco-Roman period, the methods and theories explained within the text can be applied to other periods in history. The areas covered include text as material culture, images, artifacts, spaces of medicine, and science and archaeology.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book teaches students and scholars of Greco-Roman medical history how to use and critically assess archaeological materials. Ancient medicine is a subject dominated by textual sources, yet there is a wealth of archaeological remains that can be used to broaden our understanding of medicine in the past. In order to use the information properly, this book explains how to ask questions of an archaeological nature, how to access different types of archaeological materials, and how to overcome problems the researcher might face. It also acts as an introduction to the archaeology of medicine for archaeologists interested in this aspect of their subject. Although the focus is on the Greco-Roman period, the methods and theories explained within the text can be applied to other periods in history. The areas covered include text as material culture, images, artifacts, spaces of medicine, and science and archaeology.

More books from Cambridge University Press

Cover of the book A Philosophical Guide to Chance by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Natural Human Rights by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Strangers at the Gates by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Combustion Physics by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Recovering Liberties by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book The Cambridge Introduction to Franz Kafka by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book The Neurobiology of Australian Marsupials by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book The Politics of Principle by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book The Shakespearean Stage 1574–1642 by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Bluetooth Essentials for Programmers by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book History and Neorealism by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Prosecutors and Democracy by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book The Cambridge Companion to William James by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book Electroconvulsive and Neuromodulation Therapies by Patricia A. Baker
Cover of the book An Introduction to Genetic Engineering by Patricia A. Baker
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy