Ten Drugs: How Plants, Powders, and Pills Have Shaped the History of Medicine

by Thomas Hager

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Behind every landmark drug is a story. It could be an oddball researcher's genius insight, a catalyzing moment in geopolitical history, a new breakthrough technology, or an unexpected but welcome side effect discovered during clinical trials. Piece together these stories, as Thomas Hager does in this remarkable, century-spanning history, and you can trace the evolution of our culture and the practice of medicine.

Beginning with opium,...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:1419734407

ISBN13:9781419734403

Release Date:March 2019

Publisher:Harry N. Abrams

Length:320 Pages

Weight:1.23 lbs.

Dimensions:1.2" x 6.1" x 9.1"

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History Of Science Non-Fiction History Medical Medical Books Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology

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