The Prince of Medicine: Galen in the Roman Empire
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This book by Susan P. Mattern provides a comprehensive biography of Galen, the most influential physician of the Roman Empire. It explores his life, medical theories, and practices, shedding light on the evolution of medicine, anatomy, and scientific thought in antiquity, and his lasting impact on Western medical tradition.
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