Bibliograph

The anatomists' library, the books that unlocked the secrets of the human body, Colin Salter

Type

Label

The anatomists' library, the books that unlocked the secrets of the human body, Colin Salter

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

facsimilesillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The anatomists' library

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

Colin Salter

Series statement

Liber historica, 4

Sub title

the books that unlocked the secrets of the human body

Summary

The Anatomists Library is a fascinating chronological collection of the best anatomical books from six centuries, charting the evolution of both medical knowledge and illustrated publishing.There is a rich history of medical publishing across Europe with outstanding publications from Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, UK, and also many from Persia and Japan.Because of the high value of accurate medical textbooks, it was these works that pushed the boundaries of illustrated publishing. They commanded the expert illustrators and skilled engravers and hence didn't come cheaply

Target audience

adult

Creator