Anatomy

Exploring the Human Body

Phaidon Editors, Thomas Schnalke, Dame Sue Black

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English

Phaidon
24 September 2019

Human figures depicted in art; Medicine; History of medicine; Anatomy

ANATOMY: EXPLORING THE HUMAN BODY is a visually compelling survey of more than 5,000 years of image-making. Through 300 remarkable works, selected and curated by an international panel of anatomists, curators, academics, and specialists, the book chronicles the intriguing visual history of human anatomy, showcasing its amazing complexity and our ongoing fascination with the systems and functions of our bodies. Exploring individual parts of the human body from head to toe, and revealing the intricate functions of body systems, such as the nerves, muscles, organs, digestive system, brain, and senses, this authoritative book presents iconic examples alongside rarely seen, breathtaking works. The 300 entries are arranged with juxtapositions of contrasting and complementary illustrations to allow for thought-provoking, lively, and stimulating reading.

By: Phaidon Editors
Introduction by: Thomas Schnalke
Contributions by: Dame Sue Black
Imprint: Phaidon
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 290mm, Width: 250mm, Spine: 34mm
Weight: 2.444kg
ISBN: 9780714879888
ISBN 10: 0714879886
Publication Date: 24 September 2019
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Anatomy: Exploring the Human Body

An astonishing range of medical illustrations, ancient artifacts, contemporary art and microscopic views form around the world... The kaleidoscopic volume inspires genuine awe. -The New York Times Book Review The massive volume... Displays, in democratic profusion, more than 250 attempts at anatomical visualization. -The Wall Street Journal Visually interesting. -Milwaukee Journal Sentinel An astonishing range of medical illustrations, ancient artifacts, contemporary art and microscopic views from around the world... The kaleidoscopic volume inspires genuine awe. -The New York Times Book Review