Medicina gerocomica: The Galenic art of preserving old men's healths

First published in 1724, Sir John Floyer’s Medicina Gerocomica: The Galenic Art of Preserving Old Men’s Healths stands as one of the earliest systematic studies of longevity, aging, and preventive medicine in the Western tradition.

A physician of great renown and a disciple of classical medicine, Floyer adapts the principles of Galenic physiology to the care of aging bodies, exploring how diet, exercise, sleep, air, and emotional balance influence vitality in later life. Blending classical wisdom with his own clinical observation, he offers practical guidance for sustaining health, strength, and mental clarity—arguing that old age, properly governed, may be not a decline but a natural harmony of body and spirit.

Part medical treatise, part philosophical reflection, Medicina Gerocomica reveals the Enlightenment’s merging of ancient theory and modern empiricism, standing as a cornerstone in the history of geriatric medicine and the art of healthy aging.

Complete and unabridged edition of Sir John Floyer’s 1724 classic

Authentic 18th-century treatise on aging, health preservation, and Galenic medical philosophy

A key text for students of medical history, humoral theory, and early modern science

Essential reading for collectors of antique medical works, classical health guides, and Enlightenment thought

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