The Works of William Harvey M.D (eBook)

Translated from the Latin with a life of the author

William Harvey (Autor)

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2022
673 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738010-8 (EAN)

Infos

In 'The Works of William Harvey M.D', readers are presented with a collection of writings by the renowned English physician William Harvey. The book delves into Harvey's groundbreaking research on the circulatory system, specifically his meticulous observations on the role of the heart and blood circulation in the human body. Written in a clear and precise manner, Harvey's works showcase his keen investigative skills and his pioneering contribution to the field of medicine. The book is a testament to Harvey's legacy as one of the first to accurately describe the mechanism of blood circulation in the body. William Harvey, born in 1578, was a trailblazer in the field of anatomy and physiology. His dedication to scientific inquiry and his revolutionary discoveries challenged prevalent beliefs about the human body and laid the foundation for modern medicine. Harvey's meticulous observations and methodical approach to research set him apart as a visionary in the medical field. 'The Works of William Harvey M.D' is a must-read for students and scholars interested in the history of medicine and the development of anatomical knowledge. Harvey's contributions to the understanding of the circulatory system continue to influence medical practice to this day, making this book an essential addition to any library.

Autor

William Harvey (1578–1657) was a seminal figure in the field of medicine whose contributions significantly altered the course of medical science. An English physician, Harvey is most renowned for his groundbreaking work on the circulation of blood, detailed in his book 'Exercitatio Anatomica de Motu Cordis et Sanguinis in Animalibus' (Anatomical Exercise on the Motion of the Heart and Blood in Living Beings), typically referred to as 'De Motu Cordis'. This pivotal discovery established him as the father of modern physiology. Harvey's scholarly efforts culminated in the posthumous compilation 'The Works of William Harvey M.D.', which features not just 'De Motu Cordis' but also his other substantial inquiries into embryology and various anatomical studies. Harvey's methodology exemplified the transition from a reliance on ancient texts to empirical evidence and experimentation, as he meticulously employed dissections and observations to underpin his theories. His literary style is emblematic of a scholar deeply engaged in the scientific discourse of his time, opting for clarity and thoroughness to articulate his revolutionary ideas. His corpus not just transformed medical theory and practice but continues to underpin modern physiological understanding and research methodologies.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Übersetzer: Robert Willis
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Schlagworte: 17th-century authors • 17th century medical history • anatomical exploration • anatomical literary classics • Blood • blood circulation research • Circulation • circulation of blood discovery • Classical literature • Early works to 1800 • Embryology • Empirical Evidence • English medical history • Harvey's medical contributions • historical medical texts • historical scientific inquiry • medical scholarship • Medicine in Literature • physician writings • Physiology • physiology breakthroughs • Renaissance scientific works • scientific legacy • Scientific Revolution • William Harvey writings