William Cooke

Broschiertes Buch

The Necessity of Disinterment, Under Existing Circumstances

Beschreibung

Explore the complex moral and scientific landscape of the 19th century in William Cooke's "The Necessity of Disinterment, Under Existing Circumstances." This meticulously prepared reprint delves into the controversial practice of human dissection and its crucial role in advancing medical knowledge. Cooke grapples with the ethical dilemmas surrounding the use of corpses for anatomical study, particularly the disinterment of bodies. A vital historical document for understanding the development of forensic medicine and human anatomy, this work sheds light on the social and legal contexts that shaped medical ethics. Examining the arguments for and against disinterment, Cooke provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges faced by early medical practitioners striving to understand the human body. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of medicine, criminology, and the ongoing debate surrounding the use of human remains in scientific research. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 20
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 1mm
• Gewicht: 45g
• ISBN-13: 9781023576918
• ISBN-10: 1023576910
• Artikelnr.: 74021863