'Sometimes gruesome, frequently fascinating, and on occasions very funny indeed.' – Mail on Sunday '...a medical and historical delight.' – Dr Hilary Jones ‘A fabulous read. Written in a very engaging style, if your favourite medical object isn’t in the top twelve, you’re sure to find it in the very extensive timeline.’ – Dr Phil Hammond 'An absorbing and hugely informative book.' – Dr Gill Sutherland -- Discover the fascinating history of medicine, from its primitive beginni...