Medical Cultures of the Early Modern Spanish Empire Your Indispensable Tool

ISBN-13: 9781472428134

“Medical Cultures of the Early Modern Spanish Empire” is a comprehensive exploration of the diverse medical practices and beliefs that existed within the Spanish Empire during the early modern period. The book delves into the ways in which medical knowledge was disseminated, adapted, and transformed as it spread throughout the vast territories of the empire.

The authors examine the intersections between indigenous healing traditions, European medical practices, and the influence of other cultures that were part of the Spanish Empire. They also explore the role of religion, gender, and social hierarchies in shaping medical beliefs and practices during this time.

Through a combination of case studies, primary source analysis, and theoretical discussions, the book sheds light on the complexities of medical cultures in the early modern Spanish Empire. It challenges traditional narratives of medical history and offers a more nuanced understanding of the ways in which medical knowledge was produced and circulated in a global context.

“Medical Cultures of the Early Modern Spanish Empire” provides a rich and insightful examination of the diverse medical practices that existed within the Spanish Empire, offering new perspectives on the history of medicine in this period.

This edition retains the full content with the added advantage of portability, allowing readers to easily access and engage with the material from any device, whether in a classroom or during fieldwork.