Publisher's Synopsis
Lang's German-English Dictionary of Terms Used in Medicine and the Allied Sciences is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed and accurate translation of medical terms from German to English. The book is written by Hugo Lang, a renowned medical translator and lexicographer, and is designed to help medical professionals, students, and researchers who need to communicate effectively in both languages. The dictionary includes over 200,000 entries, covering a wide range of medical and scientific terms, from anatomy and physiology to pharmacology and pathology. The entries are arranged alphabetically, making it easy to find the term you are looking for. Each entry is accompanied by a clear and concise definition, as well as examples of how the term is used in context. In addition to the main dictionary, the book also includes a number of useful appendices, such as a list of common medical abbreviations, a table of medical prefixes and suffixes, and a guide to pronunciation. There is also a section on German grammar and syntax, which is particularly helpful for those who are not familiar with the language. Overall, Lang's German-English Dictionary of Terms Used in Medicine and the Allied Sciences is an essential reference book for anyone working in the medical field or studying medicine. Its comprehensive coverage, clear definitions, and user-friendly layout make it an invaluable tool for anyone who needs to communicate effectively in both German and English.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.