Combining scientific rigor with artistic flair, the most striking examples of anatomical illustration have shaped the way we understand our own bodies. This two-volume, sprawling edition features over 70 historical works, from lavish anatomical atlases to groundbreaking surgical manuals, and draws on interconnected traditions around the world.
Combining scientific rigor with artistic flair, the most striking examples of anatomical illustration have shaped the way we understand our own bodies. This two-volume, sprawling edition features over 70 historical works, from lavish anatomical atlases to groundbreaking surgical manuals, and draws on interconnected traditions around the world.