Time and Ancient Medicine

Discover the fascinating intersection of timekeeping and ancient medicine in Time and Ancient Medicine by Kassandra J. Miller. Published by Oxford University Press in 2023, this engaging hardback edition spans 246 pages and delves into how innovations like sundials and water clocks transformed the practice, rhetoric, and theory of medicine in ancient cultures. Miller expertly examines the reciprocal relationship between medical timekeeping and societal engagement with time, drawing on rich literary and material evidence from ancient Greece, Rome, Mesopotamia, and Egypt. This thought-provoking exploration invites readers to reconsider the impact of time on health and medicine throughout history. Ideal for historians, medical professionals, and anyone intrigued by the evolution of ancient practices, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. Enhance your understanding of the past with this insightful work that bridges the gap between time and medicine.