THE HEALING GODS of Ancient Civilizations

This hardcover book shows signs of moderate wear typical of an ex-library copy. The spine has a library label, and stamps from the North American Baptist Seminary Library are present inside. The binding remains intact, though the absence of a dust jacket leaves the cover slightly exposed to wear. Overall, the book is in good condition with no significant tears or markings beyond library identifiers. ##

"The Healing Gods of Ancient Civilizations" by Walter Addison Jayne, M.D., was published by University Books, Inc. in 1962. This hardcover edition was printed in New Hyde Park, New York. The work was first published in 1925 by Yale University Press, making this a later reprint. Jayne, an Emeritus Professor of Gynecology and Abdominal Surgery at the University of Colorado, explores the intriguing intersection of religion and medicine in ancient cultures. This edition is particularly notable for its historical insights into the roles of deities in healing practices across various civilizations. As an ex-library copy, it bears the markings of the North American Baptist Seminary Library in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The book's focus on ancient medicine and religious practices makes it a valuable resource for historians and enthusiasts of ancient cultures. ##