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Introduction to Anatomy, 1532 With English translation and an introductory essay on anatomical studies in Tudor England by C.D. O'Malley and K.F. Russell.

By David Edguard

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover the earliest attempts to understand the human body in Tudor England, revealing a world where medical knowledge was just beginning to unfold.

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2019-04-25
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"Introduction to Anatomy, 1532" by David Edguard is an important peek into the world of medicine and the human body in England during the 1500s. With a Renaissance influence, it highlights the differences between English and European medical practices, particularly in the study of anatomy. The work introduces the reader to the initial stages of anatomical studies in Tudor England. It also shows the beginnings of medical education during the era, explaining how doctors learned about the body, and how medical professionals thought about approaching and understanding functions of the body, while also aiming to boost anatomical understanding among doctors through clear descriptions.

About the Author

David Edguard or Edwardes was an English anatomist.

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