Acknowledgments
Chronology of Dynasties
Introduction
PART I. Malleable Medicines
CHAPTER 1. The Paradox of Du
CHAPTER 2. Transforming Poisons
PART II. Knowledge, Authority, and Practice
CHAPTER 3. Fighting Poison with Poison
CHAPTER 4. Medicines in Circulation
CHAPTER 5. Medicines in Practice
PART III. Enhancing the Body
CHAPTER 6. Alluring Stimulant
CHAPTER 7. Dying to Live
Conclusion
Glossary of Chinese Characters
Notes
Bibliography
Index