The Generative Organs: Considered Anatomically, Physically, and Philosophically; A Posthumous Work (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Emanuel Swedenborg

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266557783 ISBN 13: 9780266557784

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Delve into a detailed look at the body’s structures and how they work together, from membranes to nerves. This edition presents a historical perspective on anatomy and function, with careful reasoning about how form supports life.

The book offers close examination of the body’s coverings and connections, tracing how muscles, vessels, and membranes interact to shape movement and sensation. It blends anatomical description with philosophical reflection, inviting readers to consider how structure underpins action in both common and extraordinary cases.

What you’ll encounter includes clear explanations of the periosteum and its relationships to bone, muscle, and the nervous system; the way membranes develop and unfold during growth and movement; and a discussion of how anatomical parts contribute to sensation and function in daily life.

• Detailed descriptions of connective layers, tendons, and how they organize motion.
• Explanations of nerves, muscles, and their roles in sensing and responding to the body.
• A historically oriented look at how anatomy informs physiology and behavior.
• A clear, accessible style that grounds complex topics in observable, physical terms.

Ideal for readers interested in historical medical thought, anatomy, and the ways body structure relates to function.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266557783
• ISBN 13: 9780266557784
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 343