A Prelude to Modern Science: Being a Discussion of the History, Sources and Circumstances of the 'Tabulae anatomicae sex' of Ves

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Prelude to Modern Science: Being a Discussion of the History, Sources and Circumstances of the 'Tabulae anatomicae sex' of Ves
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Charles Singer
By (author) C. Rabin
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:166
Dimensions(mm): Height 297,Width 210
Category/GenreAnatomy
History of science
ISBN/Barcode 9781107600690
ClassificationsDewey:611
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 29 March 2012
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Originally published in 1946, this volume contains the complete text of the Tabulae anatomicae sex (1538) by Vesalius, together with a detailed analysis of its significance by Charles Singer and C. Rabin. This analysis provides a wealth of information on Vesalius and contextualizes his achievements in terms of the contemporary context, numerous illustrations from other anatomical documents are also included. The reader is thus given an insight into the importance of the Tabulae, both for the development of anatomy and the creation of a modern scientific method. This is a well-presented edition of an important text that will be of value to anyone with an interest in anatomy, the Renaissance, or the history of science.