Synopsis "William Harvey, 1578-1657 (in English)"
""William Harvey, 1578-1657"" is a biography of the English physician who is credited with discovering the circulation of blood in the human body. Written by R.B. Hervey Wyatt, the book delves into the life and work of William Harvey, from his early years in Folkestone, Kent, to his education at Cambridge and Padua, and his eventual appointment as physician to King James I and Charles I. The book explores Harvey's groundbreaking research on the heart and blood vessels, which revolutionized the field of medicine and challenged long-held beliefs about the human body. Wyatt also delves into Harvey's personal life, including his marriage to Elizabeth Browne and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Francis Bacon and Thomas Hobbes.Throughout the book, Wyatt provides a detailed analysis of Harvey's scientific method and his contributions to the field of anatomy and physiology. He also examines the controversy surrounding Harvey's theories and the resistance he faced from the medical establishment of his time.Overall, ""William Harvey, 1578-1657"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in the history of medicine. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a man whose discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the human body today.This is a new release of the original 1924 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
