02715cam a22003733u 4500 30016 UtSlPG 20260610133702.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 76626038 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Bodemer, Charles W., 1927-1985 Medical investigation in seventeenth century England Medical investigation in 17th century England Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier "Papers read at a Clark Library seminar, October 14, 1967." Release date is 2009-09-18 Embryological thought in seventeenth century England, by Charles W. Bodemer -- Robert Boyle as an amateur physician, by Lester S. King. Produced by Gerard Arthus, Stephanie Eason, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. "Medical Investigation in Seventeenth Century England" by Charles W. Bodemer and Lester S. King is a historical account produced in the late 20th century, with its foundations stemming from seminars conducted in the late 1960s. This scholarly work delves into the evolution of medical knowledge and practices in 17th-century England, particularly focusing on advancements in embryology and the medical contributions of prominent figures such as Robert Boyle. The book consists of two main sections. The first, authored by Charles W. Bodemer, discusses embryological thought during the period, detailing the significant transition from descriptive to more mechanistic and physiological interpretations of embryology. It highlights key contributors, including Sir Kenelm Digby and Nathaniel Highmore, and their shifting views on generation. The second section examines Robert Boyle's role as an amateur physician; despite lacking formal medical training, Boyle influenced medical theory and practice through his chemical experiments and clinical observations. The authors argue for Boyle's critical stance against established medical doctrines of the time, showcasing how his empirical approach foreshadowed the evolution of modern medical science. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Boyle, Robert, 1627-1691 Embryology -- England -- History -- 17th century King, Lester S. (Lester Snow), 1908-2002 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30016 70864 70864