How Long to Read Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today

How Long Does it Take to Read Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today by Summerton Nick

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Description

There can be little doubt that the Romans experienced many of the illnesses that are still encountered today, and individuals have always had to decide how best to deal with their health-related concerns.The Roman Empire was an amalgam of many cultures, often with dissimilar ideas and beliefs. The Greek impact on health was particularly dominant and, therefore, this book focuses on Greco-Roman medicine as it was practiced during the Pax Romana, the period between the accession of Augustus and the death of Marcus Aurelius.Drawing on ancient literature supplemented with evidence from archaeology, paleopathology, epigraphy and numismatics the Greco-Roman medical context is carefully examined. A particular focus is on the effectiveness of approaches to both preventing and treating a range of physical and psychological problems. Detailed consideration is also given to the ancient technical and hygienic achievements in addition to the place of healers within Roman society.Uniquely, within each chapter, the author draws on his own clinical and public health experience, combined with modern research findings, in assessing the continuing relevance of Greco-Roman medicine. For example, Galen`s focus on access to fresh air, movement, sensible eating and getting sufficient sleep matter as much today as they did in the past. Our classical forebears can also assist us in determining the best balances between prevention and treatment, centralized control and individual responsibility, as well as the most appropriate uses of technology, drugs and surgery.Some ancient pharmaceutical compounds are already showing promise in treating infections. In addition, practicing Stoicism and getting some locotherapy should be considered by anyone struggling to cope with the stresses and strains of modern life.

How long is Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today?

Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today by Summerton Nick is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today aloud.

What Reading Level is Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today?

Greco-Roman Medicine and What It Can Teach Us Today is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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