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With a deft mix of emotional truth and vivid storytelling, historical fiction can give us a view of the past that feels intimate, immersive, and unforgettable. The following books do exactly that.
History of Chinese Medicine: being a Chronicle of Medical Happenings in China from Ancient Times to the Present Period. By Dr. K. Chimin Wong Dr. Wu Lien-Teh. Pp. xviii + 706 + 55 plates.