What reading level is History of Medicine?

History of Medicine by Robert Richardson is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is History of Medicine appropriate for?

History of Medicine is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 11LT (Light — Thematic).

What genre is History of Medicine?

History of Medicine is nonfiction — Medicine.

Does History of Medicine have any content warnings?

History of Medicine has a HootRating of 11LT (Light — Thematic). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is History of Medicine?

History of Medicine by Robert Richardson is 278 pages.

History of Medicine

Robert Richardson

History of Medicine

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

With Commentaries

by Robert Richardson

Reading Level 6 11LT Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The faint scent of ancient herbs drifts through the air, mingling with the soft rustle of parchment and the steady scratch of a quill. Imagine walking through time, hearing the whispers of healers from 2700 years ago as they discover secrets that change the world. Every moment pulses with the wonder of how medicine grew from mysterious rituals to the science that saves lives today.

Themes

HistoryScience & NatureEducationHistorical

Quick Assessment

This book offers an engaging and accessible exploration of the history of medicine, told through the imagined autobiography of a physician born nearly 3,000 years ago. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, it combines original sources with clear explanations to connect historical medical advances with broader world events. While educational and richly detailed, it presents complex historical themes in a way that is appropriate for young adult readers interested in science and history.