Medical Three-Character Classic in Plain Language (Second Edition)

Author: Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Features: Medical Three-Character Classic is a work written by the renowned Qing Dynasty physician Chen Xiuyuan in his later years. It is a comprehensive summary of his lifelong clinical experience, covering etiology, pathogenesis, syndrome differentiation, treatment principles, and effective prescriptions, all of which are complete and practical. The entire book is written in a three-character rhyming style, concise yet profound, easy to read and remember, making it an excellent introductory text for beginners in traditional Chinese medicine. Due to the original text being written in rhyming prose, the language is succinct, making it difficult to fully grasp its depth. To address this, our publishing house published Medical Three-Character Classic with Colloquial Explanations in the 1960s. It was well-received by readers and has been reprinted numerous times. To better meet the needs of modern readers and express our gratitude for their support, the Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has revised and expanded this book. The new edition features detailed word-by-word translations and annotations of the original text, with in-depth analysis of disease etiology and pathogenesis, clear explanations of treatment principles, and a focus on practical and effective prescription research. Some sections also include supplementary notes to elaborate on unaddressed concepts. Additionally, the original prescriptions are listed after relevant disease entries for easier study and application. The new edition of Medical Three-Character Classic with Colloquial Explanations is even more comprehensive and relevant, making it an essential gateway book for medical enthusiasts.