The Drug Book: From Arsenic to Xanax, 250 Milestones in the History of Drugs
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Throughout history, humans everywhere have searched for remedies to heal our bodies and minds. Covering everything from ancient herbs to cutting-edge chemicals, this book in the hugely popular Milestones series looks at 250 of the most important moments in the development of life-altering, life-saving, and sometimes life-endangering pharmaceuticals. Illustrated entries feature ancient drugs like alcohol, opium, and hemlock; the smallpox and the polio vaccines; homeopathic cures; and controversial medical treatments like ether, amphetamines, and Xanax--while shining a light on the scientists, doctors, and companies who brought them to us.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:1402782640
ISBN13:9781402782640
Release Date:September 2013
Publisher:Union Square & Co.
Length:528 Pages
Weight:3.13 lbs.
Dimensions:1.6" x 7.5" x 8.5"
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