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An engaging, informative, and endlessly surprising graphic history of medicine. In the Middle Ages, surgery was performed by barbers due to their skill with sharp instruments. In the mid-19th century, a “grand exhibition” of the effects of laughing gas inadvertently led to the discovery of anesthesia. Three decades later, Louis Pasteur enjoyed a crucial breakthrough in his search for vaccinations because his assistant decided, against his orders, to take a vacation. Here, cardiac surgeon and professor of medical history Jean-Noël Fabiani stitches together the most significant and intriguing episodes from the history of medicine, from chance breakthroughs to hard-fought scientific discoveries. Spanning centuries and crossing continents, this funny, fast-paced yet rigorously detailed graphic novel guides us through one of the most wondrous strands of human history, covering everything from bloodletting to organ donation, X-rays, and prosthetics.
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Discover the fascinating and astonishing world of medicine with "Medicine: A Graphic History Book". This engaging and informative graphic novel takes you on a journey through the most significant moments in medical history. From surprising chance breakthroughs to hard-fought scientific discoveries, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge that will leave you amazed.
Dive into the Middle Ages, where barbers were the go-to surgeons due to their mastery of sharp instruments. Explore the mid-19th century, when a "grand exhibition" of laughing gas unintentionally led to the discovery of anesthesia. Follow the story of Louis Pasteur, whose crucial breakthrough in vaccinations was made possible because of his assistant's rebellious decision to take a vacation against his orders. These captivating tales and more await you within the pages of this remarkable graphic history.
Written by esteemed cardiac surgeon and professor of medical history, Jean-Noël Fabiani, this graphic novel weaves together centuries of medical marvels from around the world. With its funny and fast-paced narrative, alongside rigorously detailed illustrations, you'll be transported to a time when bloodletting, organ donation, X-rays, and prosthetics were all at the forefront of medical innovation.
Experience the excitement and awe of medical history firsthand. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories that have shaped the world of medicine as we know it today. Don't miss out on this captivating journey - grab your copy of "Medicine: A Graphic History Book" now!
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