The Structure and Functions of the Brain and Spinal Cord: Being the Fullerian Lectures for 1891 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Victor Horsley

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331762706 ISBN 13: 9780331762709

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the nerves that shape thought, movement, and life support in a clear, historical view.

This volume presents an elementary review of the nervous system, focusing on the brain, spinal cord, and their many connections. Written as the Fullerian Lectures of 1891, it blends current physiological and anatomical findings into a readable guide for students and curious readers alike.

The book walks through the central nervous system, how the brain interacts with the spine, and how peripheral nerves control organs and vessels. It highlights the role of the sympathetic system, the vagus, and the way nerve pathways influence heart rate, circulation, and reflexes. Diagrams and explanations aim to connect long-standing ideas with modern research, making complex topics approachable without sacrificing accuracy.

• Understand the basic layout of the nervous system: brain, spinal cord, and nerves
• See how nerves coordinate the heart, blood vessels, and other organs
• Learn how peripheral ganglia differ from spinal ganglia and what that means for nerve function
• Get a sense of how early researchers shaped our view of physiology and anatomy

Ideal for readers of science history and anyone seeking a steady introduction to the structure and functions of the nervous system in a historical context.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331762706
• ISBN 13: 9780331762709
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 236