Introductory Lecture to a Course of Lectures Upon Comparative Anatomy, and the Diseases of Domestic Animals: Delivered November 3, 1813 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Mease

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331083590 ISBN 13: 9780331083590

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the roots of comparative anatomy and how it informs veterinary medicine.

This introductory course looks at the structure of different animals and shows how their parts compare with the human body. It explains why this field matters for understanding health, disease, and the health of animals we rely on every day. The material places science in a broad historical context, tracing how anatomy developed from ancient times to modern study.

• How the bodies of animals are built and why those differences matter
• How the parts work together and how they relate to human anatomy
• Causes, signs, and progression of diseases in domestic animals
• Practical information on medicines, doses, and treatment approaches

This edition makes clear that the course covers scientific anatomy rather than purely mechanical animal care, and it includes methods for preserving animal health and proper shoeing to support hooves. It is a foundation for readers interested in veterinary medicine and animal science.
Ideal for readers of veterinary science, biology, and history of medicine who want a grounded, historical perspective on anatomy and animal health.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331083590
• ISBN 13: 9780331083590
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 61