The Art and Science of Embalming: Descriptive and Operative (Classic Reprint)

Carl Lewis Barnes

ISBN 10: 0282736387 / ISBN 13: 9780282736385

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2019

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the intricate world of death and the art of preserving the deceased, offering a comprehensive guide for both students and seasoned professionals in the undertaking field. Written at a time when the practice of embalming was still evolving, the author emphasizes the importance of understanding the physical and chemical changes that occur after death, including putrefaction, rigor mortis, and post-mortem discoloration. Detailed anatomical illustrations and descriptions provide a foundation for grasping the complexities of the human body and its circulatory system, essential knowledge for effective embalming. Beyond technical instruction, the book explores the ethical and sanitary dimensions of handling the deceased, particularly in cases of contagious diseases. The author's insights into the historical development of embalming techniques shed light on the evolving practices and societal attitudes toward death and dying. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the delicate balance between science and reverence in the practice of caring for the departed. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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• Titolo: The Art and Science of Embalming: Descriptive and Operative (Classic Reprint)
• Editore: Forgotten Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2019
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0282736387
• ISBN 13: 9780282736385
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: New
• Tipo di libro: print-on-demand item
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • Surgery

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The writer asks no apology for the introduction of this volume to the Undertaking profession of America. During my services as Demonstrator in the Indiana College Of Em balming, and as President of the Chicago College Of Embalm ing, I felt that the student would receive more benefit if he had a complete and modern text book to guide him in his studies.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.