General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 1 (of 3) by Xavier Bichat
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| Author | Bichat, Xavier, 1771-1802 |
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| Translator | Hayward, George, 1791-1863 |
| Title | General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "General Anatomy, Applied to Physiology and Medicine, Vol. 1" by Xavier Bichat is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. The work dives deeply into the structure and functions of living organisms, incorporating both anatomical and physiological perspectives. Bichat presents an innovative approach to understanding the human body's simple systems and their interrelations, aiming to bridge anatomical knowledge with practical medical applications. The opening of the volume sets the stage for Bichat's comprehensive examination of anatomy and physiology. In his preface, he discusses the inspiration behind this translation and acknowledges the intrinsic value of his original French work. He outlines the work's unique framework, which will explore the simple systems composing organs, the various facts and principles observed during his investigations, and the philosophical implications of his findings in physiology and medicine. This introduction not only underscores Bichat's aim to provide clarity in the often convoluted discussions of vital properties and anatomical structures but also establishes the foundational concepts upon which his analysis will be built throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QM: Science: Human anatomy |
| Subject | Human physiology |
| Subject | Human anatomy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56118 |
| Release Date | Dec 3, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 180 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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