
Please see the Transcriber’s Notes at the end of this text.
ILLUSTRATIONS
PREFACE
INTRODUCTION
REMOVAL OF THE HYALOID MEMBRANE WITH CONTENTS AND ATTACHMENTS INTACT
THE CANAL OF PETIT
THE INTERIOR OF THE EYE
THE CHOROID
THE RETINA
THE SAGITTAL OR VERTICAL SECTION OF THE EYE
A meticulous guide for anyone studying the delicate structure of the eye, this handbook walks readers through every stage of a proper dissection with an emphasis on preserving fine details that are often lost in quicker methods. Clear, numbered steps are paired with more than a hundred line drawings, showing everything from the removal of the hyaloid membrane to the careful separation of the retina, choroid and sclera. The author’s experience as a professor of hygiene and optometry gives the instructions a practical, classroom‑ready feel, while the historical illustrations add a visual charm that modern texts seldom match.
Beyond the step‑by‑step procedures, the book offers insights into the anatomy of the optic nerves, lacrimal system and extrinsic eye muscles, making it valuable for both novice students and seasoned practitioners looking to refresh foundational techniques. Readers will appreciate the careful attention to safety—how to keep scissors away from delicate tissues, how to use a blowpipe for vitreous removal, and the proper handling of delicate lenses—ensuring that each dissection becomes both an educational and technically rewarding experience.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (83K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by deaurider, Harry Lame and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2020-07-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1874–1955
A pioneer of early American optometry, he helped shape the field through teaching, writing, and practical work. His books reflect a hands-on approach to eye study and vision care at a time when optometry was still establishing itself as a profession.
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