Description
Book SynopsisDrawing on the letters and testimony of Padua's medical students, Klestinec charts a new history of anatomy in the Renaissance, one that characterizes the role of the anatomy theater and reconsiders the pedagogical debates and educational structure behind human dissection.
Trade Review"In this innovative study, Klestinec recasts the history of early modern anatomy around students, teachers, and pedagogy, rather than authors, illustrators, and publication. In the process, she not only bridges the gap between Andreas Vesalius and William Harvey, but offers a provocative and convincing description of the cultural dynamics that produced the first great anatomy theaters." (Katharine Park, Harvard University)"
Table of ContentsList of Figures
Preface
Introduction: Redefining the Post-Vesalian Era
1. Spectacular Anatomies: Demonstrations, Lectures, and Lessons
2. Fabrici's Dominion: The First Anatomical Theater
3. Civic and Civil Anatomies: The Second Anatomical Theater
4. Medical Students and Their Corpses
5. Private Anatomies and the Delights of Technical Expertise
Epilogue
Acknowledgments
Notes
Bibliography
Index
