The History of Medicine

Worried about catching the plague? A shaved chicken strapped to your armpit might do the trick. Nasty wound? Toss a few maggots on and it will heal in a snap! It's been a long road to today's world of advanced medicine and state-of-the-art surgeries. Dive into the bizarre history of our fight against disease and injury - from the ingenious to the silly and the downright disgusting - in this richly illustrated guide that is as hilarious as it is informative! See more