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A Digest of the Principles and Practice of Medicine is a seminal work that combines theoretical medical knowledge with practical applications. The text provides a systematic exploration of medical principles while tracing the historical development of medical science and practice.
A significant feature of this work is its extensive tables of Indian materia medica, offering detailed information on medicinal substances and remedies used in traditional Indian medicine. This makes it an invaluable resource for understanding the intersection of Western medical practice and traditional Indian pharmaceutical knowledge during its era of publication.
Originally compiled by Rustomjee Naserwanjee Khory, this hardcover edition is particularly valuable for students of medical history, practitioners of traditional medicine, and scholars interested in the evolution of medical science in India. The comprehensive nature of the content makes it suitable for both academic study and professional reference.
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