Hippocratic Writings (Penguin Classics)
by G. E. R. Lloyd, J. Chadwick, W. N. Mann, E. T. Withington, I. M. Lonie
A classic collection of ancient Greek medical writings that shaped the foundations of Western medicine and the physician's ethical code.
About This Book
This volume presents key writings attributed to Hippocrates and his followers, offering insight into the origins of Western medicine.
The texts examine topics such as clinical observation, prognosis, and the ethical responsibilities of physicians.
Readers encounter early attempts to understand human physiology and the natural causes of illness.
The collection reflects the intellectual climate of ancient Greece and its influence on later medical traditions.
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