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Dieting for an Emperor: A Translation of Books 1 and 4 of Oribasius' Medical Compilations With an Introduction and Commentary
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Mark Grant and
Oribasius
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Publisher
Brill Academic Pub
Publication date
August 1, 1997
Pages
388
Binding
Hardcover
Book category
Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9789004107908
ISBN-10
9004107908
Dimensions
1 by 6.50 by 9.75 in.
Weight
1.90 lbs.
Published in
Europe
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$217.00
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medical
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Amazon.com description: Product Description: The commentary on this translated text indicates Oribasius' source for each quotation or paraphrase, assesses the accuracy and comprehensibility of the contents, and suggests the reasons behind the recommendations and rejections of certain cakes, breads, fruits and vegetables. The introduction summarizes the more important points about the medical theories behind the humours and qualities, and how regulating the intake of foods could assist in the maintenance of good health. A detailed word index is also included in the volume.
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9789004107908 | details & prices | 388 pages | 6.50 × 9.75 × 1.00 in. | 1.90 lbs | List price $217.00
About: The commentary on this translated text indicates Oribasius' source for each quotation or paraphrase, assesses the accuracy and comprehensibility of the contents, and suggests the reasons behind the recommendations and rejections of certain cakes, breads, fruits and vegetables.
About: The commentary on this translated text indicates Oribasius' source for each quotation or paraphrase, assesses the accuracy and comprehensibility of the contents, and suggests the reasons behind the recommendations and rejections of certain cakes, breads, fruits and vegetables.
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