Publisher's Synopsis
The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus is a book that presents a detailed analysis of one of the oldest known medical texts in the world. Written in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, the papyrus contains a wealth of information about surgical procedures, medical treatments, and anatomical knowledge from the 17th century BCE. In this volume, James Henry Breasted provides a hieroglyphic transliteration of the text, along with a translation and commentary. Breasted was a renowned American Egyptologist who dedicated his career to the study of ancient Egyptian culture and history. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the papyrus. The first section provides an introduction to the text and its historical context, while the second section presents the hieroglyphic transliteration. The third section contains a translation of the text into English, and the fourth section offers a detailed commentary on the content of the papyrus. Throughout the book, Breasted provides insights into the medical practices and beliefs of ancient Egypt, as well as the linguistic and cultural context of the text. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, ancient Egyptian culture, or the evolution of human knowledge.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.
