The Hand: Its Mechanism And Vital Endowments As Evincing Design (1834) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163982327)

The Hand: Its Mechanism And Vital Endowments As Evincing Design is a non-fiction book written by Charles Bell and first published in 1834. The book is a detailed study of the human hand and its various functions, including its anatomy, physiology, and mechanics. Bell explores the intricate design of the hand and how it is perfectly adapted for its various tasks, such as grasping, manipulating, and sensing. He also discusses the role of the nervous system in controlling the hand's movements and the importance of the hand in human evolution. The Hand is considered a landmark work in the field of anatomy and has been praised for its clear and accessible writing style. It is still widely read and studied today by students of anatomy, biology, and medicine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Charles Bell
ISBN-10: 1163982326
ISBN-13: 9781163982327
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 366
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d