Medical symbolism in connection with historical studies in the arts of healing and hygiene
Exploring the Visual Language of Healing PracticesBy Thomas S. Sozinskey
Length6h 25m
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In "Medical Symbolism in Connection with Historical Studies in the Arts of Healing and Hygiene," Thomas S. Sozinskey deftly interweaves the realms of medical history and symbolism, exploring how artistic expressions have shaped societal understandings of health and hygiene. Employing a rich, interdisciplinary literary style, Sozinskey navigates through historical texts, artworks, and medical artifacts, delving into the intricate ways that healing practices have been visualized and symbolized across cultures. This scholarly work not only contextualizes these symbols within their historical frameworks but also critically analyzes the evolving perceptions of health and cleanliness throughout different epochs. Thomas S. Sozinskey, a renowned historian and medical anthropologist, draws upon his extensive background in both the humanities and medical sciences to craft this intricate narrative. His previous research has focused on the intersection of culture and health, making him uniquely qualified to examine how symbols reflect, shape, and sometimes distort public perceptions of medicine. His passion for uncovering the stories behind medical practices across time and space is evident throughout this thoughtful and engaging work. This book is highly recommended for scholars of medical history, art historians, and anyone interested in the cultural narratives surrounding health. Sozinskey's meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a compelling framework for understanding the enduring power of medical symbolism, making it a critical addition to any library dedicated to the arts of healing and hygiene.
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Length6 hrs 25 mins
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Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF THOMAS S. SOZINSKEY, M.D., Ph.D.
3COMMENDATORY LETTERS.
4MEDICAL SYMBOLISM.
5CHAPTER I. REMARKS ON THE MEANING OF SYMBOLS.
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6CHAPTER II. THE SERPENTINE GOD OF MEDICINE AT ROME.
7CHAPTER III. THE ÆSCULAPIAN SERPENT.
8CHAPTER IV. THE EPIDAURIAN ORACLE.
9CHAPTER V. ASCLEPIA AND THE ASCLEPIADES.
10CHAPTER VI. THE GRECIAN GOD OF MEDICINE.
11CHAPTER VII. THE IMAGE OF ÆSCULAPIUS.
12CHAPTER VIII. THE ÆSCULAPIAN STAFF AND SERPENT.
13CHAPTER IX. ÆSCULAPIUS AND THE SERPENT.
14CHAPTER X. VARIOUS ATTRIBUTES OF ÆSCULAPIUS.
15CHAPTER XI. GODS ANALOGOUS TO ÆSCULAPIUS.
16CHAPTER XII. THE PINE-CONE AS AN ATTRIBUTE OF ÆSCULAPIUS.
17CHAPTER XIII. DIBBARA,[418] A GOD OF PESTILENCE.
18CHAPTER XIV. HYGEIA, THE GODDESS OF HEALTH.
19CHAPTER XV. MEDICAL TALISMANS.
20CHAPTER XVI. MEDICAL AMULETS.
21CHAPTER XVII. PHARMACISTS’ SYMBOLS.
22CHAPTER XVIII. MISCELLANEOUS MEDICAL SYMBOLS.
23CHAPTER XIX. MEDICAL SYMBOLISM IN PRACTICE.
24CHAPTER XX. THE PENTACLE.
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