Strange Medicine
Narrated by Chris Andrew Ciulla
- Released
- October 26, 2021
- Length
- 5 hrs 10 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Tantor Media
"Strange Medicine" offers a captivating exploration of medical history, showcasing the most questionable ideas, eccentric treatments, and significant errors in the field. From the ancient Egyptians using electric eels for gout relief to medieval dentists employing candles to combat imaginary worms, this audiobook reveals bizarre yet true anecdotes. It also highlights notable figures, including Dr. Walter Freeman, known for his unconventional lobotomy practices. Prepare for a unique journey through the oddities and missteps that have shaped medicine over the ages.
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