Folk Medicine in Southern Appalachia
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| Rating | : | 4.30 (593 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 080785493X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-05-19 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
. He is editor of A Folk Medical Lexicon of South Central Appalachia. Anthony Cavender is professor of anthropology at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City
In the first comprehensive exploration of the history and practice of folk medicine in the Appalachian region, Anthony Cavender melds folklore, medical anthropology, and Appalachian history and draws extensively on oral histories and archival sources from the nineteenth century to the present. He provides a complete tour of ailments and folk treatments organized by body systems, as well as information on medicinal plants, patent medicines, and magico-religious beliefs and practices. His thorough and accessible study reveals how Appalachian folk medicine enco
They will be left with an understanding not only of the particular culture under study, but also of its influence on health care in other areas." -- "Nursing History Review . A compelling and comprehensive look at the many factors shaping Appalachian health practice. The historical context in each chapter brings the reader to a greater understanding of how history influences contemporary practices. Students of nursing, medicine, and anthropology will benefit from this book. A work that sets the standard by which future regional examinations of medicine and culture will be judged.(Erika Brady, Western Kentucky Unive
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