A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition)

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A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition)

by Calvin Cutter

EN·~14 hours

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This compact guide offers a clear introduction to the human body, its organs, and the ways they work together. Filled with one‑hundred‑fifty detailed engravings, it shows each structure in a way that makes anatomy easy to visualize for students and curious readers alike. The author pairs these images with concise explanations, turning complex physiology into straightforward, everyday language.

The third section turns knowledge into action, presenting the basic laws of health and simple hygiene practices that can be applied at home or in the classroom. Readers will also find practical tips for handling common injuries, such as burns, wounds, and accidental suffocation, along with a handy appendix of antidotes for common poisons. Designed for families, teachers, and young learners, the treatise aims to empower anyone with the fundamentals needed to maintain well‑being and understand their own bodies. Its straightforward style encourages discussion and curiosity, making it a valuable resource for lifelong health education.

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Language

en

Duration

~14 hours (844K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Bryan Ness, Dan Horwood and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Release date

2009-11-24

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Calvin Cutter

Calvin Cutter

1807–1872

A 19th-century physician, teacher, and popular science writer, he helped bring anatomy and hygiene into American classrooms through books that reached a remarkably wide audience. His career also ranged far beyond publishing, from public medical lectures to military service during the Civil War.

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