This volume traces the history of medicines from their origins to the present day. Should we use snails and brown sugar for a sore throat? Why are doctors called quacks? Find the answers in 'Pills, Powders + Potions'.

Describes how people throughout history treated illnesses, including the use of snails to cure sore throats and tobacco leaves to treat kidney stones.

The grisly past and extraordinary future of medicine is revealed in the 'A Painful History of Medicine' series. This book focuses on how pills, powders and potions have developed throughout history.

This volume is one of a series of titles for reluctant readers which look at various aspects of the history of medicine.

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Only $6.99! Perfect Journal, Diary, Notebook - Amazing design and high quality cover and paper. - Matte Cover. - Perfect size 6x9" - No Spiral - Use it as a journal, note taking, composition notebook, makes a great gift!

Presents a history of medicine, exploring its roots in traditional natural remedies and how it has developed over time.