On the Fabric of the Human Body by Andreas Vesalius
"On the Fabric of the Human Body" is a seminal work in the field of anatomy, providing detailed descriptions and illustrations of the human body's structure and functions. The book, written in the 16th century, revolutionized the understanding of human anatomy, challenging the prevailing ideas of the time, which were primarily based on the dissection of animals. Its author, a physician and anatomist, emphasized the importance of direct observation and dissection of human bodies in medical education and research.
The 2553rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1543
- Nationality
- Belgian
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Latin
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This book is on the following lists:
- 7th on 25 Greatest Science Books of All Time (Discover Magazine)
- Books That Changed the World (Book)