Medicine and Practical Ethics in Galen

Discover the groundbreaking insights of Medicine and Practical Ethics in Galen by Sophia A. Xenophontos, published by Cambridge University Press in 2025. This comprehensive volume spans 316 pages and presents the first authoritative analysis of Galen's psychological and ethical works, alongside a wealth of technical medical and philosophical tracts.

Xenophontos offers a fresh perspective that illuminates Galen's significant role as a practical ethicist—an often overlooked aspect of his intellectual legacy. By exploring the intricate connections between his medical practices and ethical considerations, this book provides readers with a new framework to understand Galen's contributions to both medicine and philosophy.

Whether you are a scholar, student, or simply curious about the intersections of ethics and medicine in ancient thought, this book is an essential addition to your library. Dive into the profound ideas that shaped the foundations of medical ethics with this compelling read.