The Doctor's Oath
An Essay in the History of Medicine

Originally published in 1924, this book presents the history of the Hippocratic oath from its earliest formulations.

W. H. S. Jones (Author)

9781107627307, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 19 December 2013

72 pages
24.4 x 17 x 0.4 cm, 0.13 kg

Originally published in 1924, this book presents the history of the Hippocratic oath from its earliest formulations through its interpretation and representation by later religious and medical traditions. Jones traces the changing terminology found in various manuscripts from the Greek, Roman and Arabic traditions and gives an assessment in a concluding essay. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of medicine and medical ethics.

Manuscripts
Translations
Essay
Appendix
Bibliography.

Subject Areas: History of medicine [MBX]