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This book is part of our \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e collection, offering insightful perspectives into one of history's greatest literary works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fascinating read is \u003cem\u003eThe Invention of Medicine\u003c\/em\u003e, which challenges traditional views on the origins of medical practice in the ancient world. Situated within our \u003cem\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/em\u003e section, this book uncovers the remarkable advances in medical thought during ancient times and their impact on contemporary practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobin Lane Fox's scholarly yet approachable style ensures that each book is not only an academic resource but also an enjoyable read. Immerse yourself in his meticulously researched narratives that beautifully balance the scholarly with the accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-invention-of-medicine-by-robin-lane-fox-9780141983967","title":"The Invention of Medicine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking reappraisal of the beginnings of medicine, by one of the world's leading ancient historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMedicine is one of the great fields of achievement of the Ancient Greeks. Hippocrates is celebrated worldwide as the father of medicine, and the Hippocratic Oath is admired throughout the medical profession as a founding statement of ethics and ideals. 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