Kay's Marvellous Medicine
By Adam Kay
Why did patients gargle urine—and what bizarre medical discoveries came next?
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What is Kay's Marvellous Medicine about?
Embark on a hilarious journey through the bizarre history of medicine with Adam Kay's 'Kay's Marvellous Medicine'. Discover why ancient Egyptians dismissed the brain as useless, how teachers once encouraged smoking, and the peculiar practices of hairdressers amputating legs. Uncover the answers to quirky questions like why patients gargled with urine and how a doctor saved lives using a washing machine and sausages. Prepare for a gross and gruesome exploration of the human body's past!
About the author
Adam Kay is a bestselling British author known for his funny and interesting books. He wrote 'Kay’s Anatomy' and 'Kay’s Marvellous Medicine', which teach children all about how the human body works in a fun way. Adam loves sharing amazing science facts and making people laugh with his brilliant stories.
Pages
416 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
This edition
2022
First published
2021
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