Chinese Medical Classics: Selected Readings 1st Edition

Book Description
This comprehensive collection of Chinese Medical Classics brings together some of the most influential and revered texts in the history of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).

Key Features:

1. Authentic translations: Accurate and authoritative translations of classic texts, preserving the original meaning and context.
2. Commentaries and annotations: Expert commentaries and annotations provide insight into the historical and cultural background of the texts.
3. Comprehensive coverage: The collection spans a wide range of topics, including diagnosis, treatment, pharmacology, and meditation.
4. Classic texts: Includes seminal works such as the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), Shang Han Lun (Discussion of Cold Damage), and Jingui Yaolue (Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Cabinet).

Texts Included:

1. Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon)
2. Shang Han Lun (Discussion of Cold Damage)
3. Jingui Yaolue (Essential Prescriptions of the Golden Cabinet)
4. Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (Divine Farmer’s Classic of Materia Medica)
5. Mai Jing (Pulse Classic)

Target Audience:

1. Practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine: This collection is an essential resource for TCM practitioners seeking to deepen their understanding of classic texts.
2. Students of Chinese medicine: A valuable study aid for students of TCM, providing a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles and concepts of the field.
3. Researchers and scholars: A rich resource for researchers and scholars interested in the history and development of traditional Chinese medicine.

Format:

1. Multi-volume set: The collection is typically published as a multi-volume set, with each volume devoted to a specific text or group of texts.
2. Hardcover or paperback: Available in both hardcover and paperback formats.

Publisher:

1. Reputable academic press: Published by a respected academic press specializing in Chinese studies and traditional Chinese medicine.

Benefits:

1. Deepens understanding of TCM principles: Provides a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts of traditional Chinese medicine.
2. Enhances clinical practice: Offers practical insights and guidance for TCM practitioners seeking to improve their clinical skills.
3. Fosters appreciation for Chinese medical heritage: Showcases the richness and diversity of Chinese medical heritage, highlighting the historical and cultural context of classic texts.