Complete Record - Heirs of Hippocrates No. 576

EVERARD MAYNWARINGE (1628-1699?) The method and means of enjoying health, vigour, and long life. Printed by J. M. for the booksellers 1683 [16] 211 [5] pp. 17 cm.

A native of Kent, Maynwaringe was educated at Cambridge where he graduated in 1652 and received his medical degree at Dublin three years later. He spent his career as a general practitioner in England and was the author of treatises on scurvy, gonorrhea, and the practice of medicine. In addition to his many medical writings, Maynwaringe advocated cautious use of purgatives and bloodletting, which was in opposition to the standard practices of his day. In this treatise he presented his ideas on the maintenance of good health for the average person. Although Maynwaringe's approach was unscientific, he blended common sense with practical suggestions; urging temperance in food, exercise, mental effort, drink, and the "passions." Sleep, proper rest, healthful recreation are among his recommendations for a long and happy life.

Gift of John Martin, M.D.