Description
History of Catalan Medicine. From prehistory to the 19th century
Book summary
This first volume of the 'History of Catalan Medicine' offers a complete and detailed vision of the evolution of medicine in Catalonia, from antiquity to the 19th century. The work, written by Jacint Corbella, covers the great historical stages, highlighting key figures such as Arnau de Vilanova and fundamental institutions like the Hospital de la Santa Creu. More than a simple chronology, the book presents a panoramic view rich in key moments in the history of health and disease, as well as the work of healthcare professionals, centers, and institutions that have contributed to improving the lives of the Catalan population. A reference work for anyone who wishes to understand the roots of medicine in our country.
What is it about?
The work is structured as a historical journey that spans from prehistory to the 19th century. It analyzes fundamental periods such as antiquity, the Middle Ages, the modern era (1500-1760), and the years of the College of Surgery (1760-1843). Through this framework, the reader will discover the influence of great medical figures and the creation of healthcare institutions that marked a turning point in healthcare. The book not only focuses on major events but also recovers the stories of many professionals, centers, and organizations, known and unknown, who fought to improve the daily lives of the Catalans. It is, therefore, a work that combines academic rigor with a narrative that highlights the medical and healthcare heritage of Catalonia.
Main topics
- Evolution of medical practice in Catalonia from prehistory to the 19th century.
- Key historical figures of Catalan medicine, such as Arnau de Vilanova.
- History of iconic healthcare institutions, such as the Hospital de la Santa Creu.
- Development of surgery and medical training during the period of the College of Surgery.
- Health and disease as social and historical phenomena in Catalan society.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is especially recommended for historians, medical professionals, university students of healthcare degrees or history, and for all those readers interested in the cultural and scientific heritage of Catalonia. It is also of great interest to anyone who wishes to understand how healthcare and the fight against disease have evolved over the centuries in our country.
What this book provides
- A rigorous and documented overview of the history of Catalan medicine, difficult to find in a single work.
- The discovery of key figures and institutions that have shaped the Catalan healthcare system.
- A deep understanding of how social and historical conditions have influenced the health of the population.
- An essential reference resource for researchers and scholars of the subject.
Technical specifications
- Author: Corbella Corbella, Jacint
- Publisher: Edicions DAU
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: HISTORY, MEDICINE: GENERAL ISSUES
- Collection: PENDING COLLECTION
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: March 2016
- Number of pages: 622
- Weight: 400 g
Editorial review
This is an essential reference work for the knowledge of the history of medicine in Catalonia. Its exhaustive approach, which covers from prehistory to the 19th century, and its ability to connect figures, institutions, and social contexts, make it a valuable tool both for specialists and for readers interested in the subject. The depth of the analysis and the historical rigor guarantee an enriching reading that highlights the country's healthcare legacy.