Publisher's Synopsis
The Aphorisms of Hippocrates is a book that contains a collection of wise sayings and maxims attributed to the ancient Greek physician, Hippocrates. Along with these aphorisms, the book also includes the sentences of Celsus, another ancient physician. The book provides explanations and references to the most significant writers in both medicine and philosophy, both ancient and modern. This edition of the book was published in 1708 and is considered a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine and the wisdom of ancient physicians.To Which Are Added, Aphorisms Upon The Smallpox Measles, And Other Distempers, Not So Well Known To Former More Temperate Ages.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.