How Long to Read Great Breakthroughs in Medicine

How Long Does it Take to Read Great Breakthroughs in Medicine?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 36 minutes to read Great Breakthroughs in Medicine by Robert Snedden

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Throughout history, medical science has been at the helm of human development, from Neanderthals stitching their wounds with bone needles to modern organ transplantation. Robert Snedden explores this fascinating subject, marking not a straightforward trajectory from primitive guesswork to sophisticated science but rather a winding narrative of twists and turns. Discover how 7th century Buddhist monks used vaccination techniques 1300 years before their accepted discovery, or how traces of antibiotics were detected in Roman skeletons. Other topics include: • Hippocrates and the four humors • Public health and sanitation • Progress made into the science of mental health • Medical genetics, including DNA, blood types and genetic engineering Full of useful timelines, fact boxes and eye-catching images, this full-color hardback provides an engaging introduction to this far-reaching subject. It presents some of the pioneers of medical discovery, including household names such as Leonardo di Vinci and Edward Jenner as well as lesser known figures such as Benjamin Jetsey and William Harvey. Discover the astounding breakthroughs of medical history which changed the world.

How long is Great Breakthroughs in Medicine?

Great Breakthroughs in Medicine by Robert Snedden is 268 pages long, and a total of 69,144 words.

This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 85% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Great Breakthroughs in Medicine Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 17 minutes to read Great Breakthroughs in Medicine aloud.

What Reading Level is Great Breakthroughs in Medicine?

Great Breakthroughs in Medicine is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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