Classics of Chinese Traditional Culture Collection — Compendium of Materia Medica

Author: Li Shizhen
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: Bencao Gangmu is an immortal masterpiece in the magical ancient Chinese medical culture, completed by the outstanding medical scientist Li Shizhen of the Ming Dynasty in nearly three decades. The content it describes is practical and covers a broad range of knowledge. It has not only greatly influenced the dietary and therapeutic practices of ancient Chinese people but also played a significant role in modern medicine, modern dietetics, modern health preservation, and the development of modern health products.