Description
HISTORY AS A TOOL IN TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
Book Summary
This work offers a general overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine, using history as a key tool to understand its foundations. Dr. Marcos Díaz Mastellari presents a historiographical journey based on anecdotes, answering essential questions about what Eastern medicine is, how it differs from Western medicine, and what circumstances shaped its development. Ideal support material for those beginning their study of Traditional Asian Medicine, combining historical rigor with accessibility.
What is it about?
The book approaches Traditional Chinese Medicine from a historical and cultural perspective, breaking down its fundamental content through an engaging and anecdotal historiographical review. It explores the key differences between Eastern medicine and official Western medicine, as well as the factors that allowed Chinese medicine to sometimes be centuries ahead of the advances of Eurocentric civilization. The author answers questions such as what Eastern medicine is, what it deals with, and what circumstances made its differences possible, offering a comprehensive vision that goes beyond technical aspects to include the practitioner's personal professional culture.
Main Topics
- Historical and philosophical foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Epistemological differences between Eastern and Western medicine.
- Chronological development of Asian medicine through significant anecdotes.
- Key concepts such as energy, balance, and diagnosis in the Chinese tradition.
- Influence of culture and history on Eastern medical practice.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students, professionals, and enthusiasts who are beginning to take an interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Traditional Asian Medicine, or Eastern Medicine. It is also useful for those who wish to understand the historical and cultural bases that differentiate this discipline from conventional medicine, without the need for deep prior knowledge.
What this book offers
- A clear and accessible introduction to the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Understanding of the historical and conceptual differences between Eastern and Western medicine.
- Cultural and anecdotal context that facilitates the learning and retention of concepts.
- Tools to build a solid personal professional culture in the field of Eastern medicine.
- Answers to essential questions about the origin, evolution, and current relevance of Chinese medicine.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Dr. Marcos Díaz Mastellari
- Publisher: Mandala Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
- Collection: Pdt. Collection
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: December 2013
- Number of pages: 278
- Weight: 200 g
Editorial Review
A reference work for those starting out in Traditional Chinese Medicine, which stands out for its historical and anecdotal approach, avoiding excessive technicalities. Dr. Díaz Mastellari succeeds in building a bridge between Eastern culture and the Western reader, offering a solid foundation for understanding the fundamental differences between both medical systems. Its value lies in the clarity with which it addresses complex questions, making it a useful resource for both students and professionals seeking to broaden their cultural perspective.