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100 1 _aErasmus, Desiderius,
_d1469-1536
245 1 0 _aEncomium Artis Medicae: De Lof Der Geneeskunde
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2006-08-03
508 _aProduced by Louise Hope, Frank van Drogen, the Netherlands Team and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Encomium Artis Medicae: De Lof Der Geneeskunde" by Desiderius Erasmus is an erudite treatise on the praise of the medical profession written in the early 16th century. The work is presented as an encomiastic speech, where Erasmus extols the virtues, importance, and divine aspects of medicine, emphasizing its crucial role in human life. It seeks to inspire admiration and respect for the medical profession, showcasing not only its practical applications but also its esteemed historical significance. The opening of the text introduces Erasmus's intent to deliver a grand oration in praise of medicine, acknowledging the previous eloquent tributes provided by other notable figures. As he begins, he reflects on the divine qualities of medicine, emphasizing its necessity in human existence and the numerous challenges practitioners face. He illustrates these themes by examining the historical reverence for medical pioneers and the ongoing relevance of medical knowledge, suggesting that they deserve both honor and gratitude. The beginning sets the tone for a detailed exploration of the medical arts, offering insight into Erasmus's perspective on its importance to society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPhilosophy, Medical
700 1 _aHillesum, L.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18976
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