Publisher's Synopsis
Harvey's Views On The Use Of The Circulation Of The Blood is a book written by John Green Curtis that delves into the groundbreaking work of William Harvey, a 17th-century physician who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. The book provides an in-depth analysis of Harvey's theory of blood circulation and its impact on the medical community.Curtis begins by tracing the history of medical knowledge regarding blood circulation before Harvey's time, highlighting the prevailing misconceptions and misunderstandings. He then proceeds to explain Harvey's theory of blood circulation, which posits that blood flows in a circular motion throughout the body, propelled by the heart's pumping action.The book also explores the controversy and skepticism that Harvey's theory initially faced, as it challenged long-held beliefs about the nature of the human body. Curtis provides a detailed account of the experiments and observations that Harvey conducted to support his theory, as well as the criticisms and objections that were raised by his contemporaries.Harvey's Views On The Use Of The Circulation Of The Blood is a comprehensive and informative book that sheds light on one of the most important discoveries in the history of medicine. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, medicine, and the human body.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
