Publisher's Synopsis
The Hippocratic Oath in Elizabethan England is a book written by Sanford V. Larkey that explores the influence of the Hippocratic Oath on medical practice in England during the Elizabethan era. The book begins by providing a brief history of the Hippocratic Oath and its significance in the field of medicine. It then goes on to examine how the oath was interpreted and applied by physicians in England during the 16th century.Larkey argues that the Hippocratic Oath played a crucial role in shaping medical ethics and practice in Elizabethan England. He discusses how physicians were expected to adhere to the principles outlined in the oath, which included treating patients with dignity and respect, maintaining confidentiality, and avoiding harm. The book also explores the challenges that physicians faced in upholding these principles, such as the prevalence of quackery and the limited understanding of medical science at the time.Throughout the book, Larkey draws on a range of primary sources, including medical treatises, case histories, and personal accounts, to provide a detailed and nuanced analysis of medical practice in Elizabethan England. The book will be of interest to scholars of medical history, as well as anyone interested in the history of medicine and medical ethics.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.
