Religion, Medicine and the Human Embryo in Tibet

Religion, Medicine and the Human Embryo in Tibet Garrett Frances Wydawca: Taylor & Francis Ltd Data wydania: 2015 ISBN: 9781138862258 Liczba stron: 224 Format: 234 x 156 Rodzaj oprawy: Paperback / softback Opis produktu: This book explores the cultural history of embryology in Tibet, in culture, religion, art and literature. Filling a significant gap, this is the first in-depth exploration of Tibetan medical history in the English language. It examines embryological narratives in relation to turning points in Tibetan medical history, and its relationship with religious doctrine and practice.