Publisher's Synopsis
The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus: Hieroglyphic Transliteration, Translation And Commentary V1 is a book written by James Henry Breasted. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus, which is one of the oldest known medical texts in the world. The papyrus is believed to have been written in ancient Egypt around 1600 BCE and contains a detailed description of various surgical procedures. The book provides a detailed transliteration of the hieroglyphic text of the papyrus, along with a translation of the text into English. The author has also provided a detailed commentary on the text, which includes an analysis of the surgical procedures described in the papyrus and their relevance to modern medicine. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the papyrus. The first chapter provides an introduction to the papyrus and its history, while the second chapter provides a detailed transliteration of the hieroglyphic text. The third chapter contains a translation of the text into English, while the fourth chapter provides a detailed commentary on the text. Overall, The Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus: Hieroglyphic Transliteration, Translation And Commentary V1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, ancient Egypt, or the development of surgical procedures. The book is well-written and accessible, making it an excellent choice for both scholars and general readers.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.
