Ben Cao Gang Mu, Volume I, Part B

Focusing on pharmaceutical treatments for diseases, this volume includes select translations from chapter 3 and the entirety of chapter 4 of the Ben cao gang mu series. This work, authored by Li Shizhen in the 16th century, compiles centuries of Chinese medical knowledge and is regarded as a cornerstone of traditional medicine. Paul U. Unschuld's annotated translation, paired with the original text, offers insights into historical Chinese culture and the practical uses of natural substances for health, making it a vital resource for scholars and practitioners alike.