This engaging history of medicine covers some of the most important and life-saving remedies discovered, from ether and anesthesia to washing hands to discovering germs. Chapters focus on some of the most famous surgeons, doctors and scientists who discovered these principles; photos and interesting sidebar provide additional information. 161 indexed pages, softcover.

This schoolbook is written like a story. That’s why I like it. It puts the “people” aspect back into science, making it both friendly and factual. Chapter by short chapter, one man’s discovery builds upon (or corrects) another and the progress of medicine unfolds.

You’ll meet William Harvey, who proves his theory of blood circulation. You’ll learn of Joseph Lister’s compassion, which drives him to find a better way to combat infections; and of Humphry Davy’s gas machine, which allows patients to be relieved of terrible pain during surgery. Did you know that the British navy balked at Dr. Lind’s suggestion of supplying sailors with limes to prevent scurvy, but Captain Cook was a firm believer that citrus fruits contributed to the success of his 4-year voyage?

A whole host of characters play their part, revealing the lesser-known details about the mold that battles bacteria, how vitamins keep you healthy, the use of radiation, and much more. Includes chapter tests and an answer key. For grades 4 to 8. 165 pages with black-and-white illustrations, softcover from Master Books.

—Karen

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Reviewed by Elizabeth Murphy (Cumberland, RI), March 12, 2005

Love This Book! Pair it up with Body By Design form the same publisher and you will have a nice Anatomy/Health course.

Reviewed by a. hauge (cottage grove, wi), June 12, 2001

This is a great reading book for all ages. I like the many pictures to go along with the history behind medicine. This will be a great asset to add for our history curriculum. What a treasure!

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