On the Origin and Development of Chinese Medicine

Author: Xie Guan
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: Xie Guan lived through a period of major historical transformations. From a young age, he immersed himself in classical studies, eagerly absorbing new knowledge during his youth, becoming proficient in both traditional and modern learning. In his youth, he traveled and experienced society, honing his talents and skills, enabling him to take on multiple social roles and achieve success in various fields. He not only made outstanding contributions in the medical field but also achieved notable results in geography, history, and classical Chinese literature. Additionally, he possessed exceptional organizational skills, adept at taking a broad perspective, understanding the times, preserving national essence, and integrating new knowledge. He made numerous pioneering contributions to advancing modern Chinese medicine and was an indispensable polymath in the medical world of his time. This book is Xie Guan's masterpiece and is a distinguished work of history. It begins with an overview of the general principles and evolution of medicine, then traces the development of traditional Chinese medicine from ancient times to the Republic of China over thousands of years, exploring the origins and evolution of various medical schools and resolving ambiguities. It conducts rigorous research and evaluates their correctness, strengths, and weaknesses with scientific precision, analyzing them systematically. At the same time, it references the development of Confucianism to reveal the interrelationship between the evolution of medicine and Confucianism, pointing out the direction of the development of traditional Chinese medicine. This book offers a high-level perspective and is highly recommended for reading.