Text Book Collection (page 3)

Knee bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of knee bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at joints

Hand bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of the bones (yellow) & ligaments (white) of the hand. Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Lower arm bones and ligaments
Lower arm bones & ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of lower arm bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at joints

Ankle bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of ankle bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Foot bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of foot bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Lower leg bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of lower leg bones (yellow) and ligaments (pale blue). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Pelvis bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of pelvis bones (yellow) and ligaments (white). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Shoulder bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of shoulder bones (yellow) and ligaments (white). Ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that hold bones together at their joints

Spinal bones and ligaments. Historical anatomical artwork of thoracic (upper) spinal bones (yellow, vertebrae) and ligaments (white)

Science book conceptual image
A book of Science

Blood spectra, 19th century artwork. These spectra, showing the results of analysis of blood samples, are from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Deadly nightshade, 19th century artwork
Deadly nightshade (Atropa belladonna), 19th century artwork. This botanical drawing is from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Foxglove, 19th century artwork
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea), 19th century artwork. These botanical drawings are from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Hemlock, 19th century artwork
Hemlock (Conium maculatum), 19th century artwork. These botanical drawings are from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Chloroform analysis, 19th century artwork. Apparatus for the detection of chloroform in forensic investigations. This artwork is from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

Arsenic detection, 19th century artwork. Apparatus for the detection of arsenic in forensic investigations. This artwork is from Text-book of forensic medicine and toxicology (London)

The Price of a Pear - postcard by Lawson Wood
The Price of a Pear. A young scallywag on is way to (or from) school pays the price of a spot of scrumping as the acquisition of a prime juicy pear has resulted in a pair of torn britches

TEXTBOOK / 1880 / PLATE 10
Plate 10 features pictures of butterflies and horses

TEXTBOOK / 1880 / PLATE 6
Plate 6 features pictures of cats and a donkey

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"Exploring the Rich History of Textbooks: From England to New England" Step into the world of textbooks and embark on a journey through time. In picturesque Finchingfield, England, where cobblestone streets wind their way through charming cottages, lies a hidden gem - an old bookstore filled with treasures from centuries past. As you enter this literary haven, your eyes are immediately drawn to a captivating 19th-century artwork featuring vibrant poppies dancing in the English countryside. It sets the tone for what awaits within these pages. Turning to the first page, you stumble upon an intriguing glimpse into education's early days - a reproduction of the New England Primer page. This humble primer served as a foundation for countless young minds across colonial America. Flipping further, you encounter Plate 3 from an 1880 textbook that delves into skull anatomy. The intricate illustrations depict every detail of cranial structure, shedding light on our understanding of human biology. Continuing your exploration, Plate 9 reveals another fascinating aspect - facial nerves intricately mapped out in stunning detail. This visual representation offers insight into how our expressions and emotions are connected to these delicate pathways. A male skeleton takes center stage next; its bones meticulously sketched by Dr. Joseph Klapp in 1814 and brought to life by Thomas Sully's artistic prowess. This masterpiece showcases both scientific accuracy and aesthetic beauty. Venturing deeper into history's embrace, you stumble upon Arithmetica from the Margarita Philosophica by Gregor Reisch - published during the Renaissance era (1467-1525). Its frontispiece and titlepage transport you back to a time when mathematical knowledge was revered as divine wisdom. Finally, Hodders Arthimetick or Arithmetic unfolds before your eyes with its ornate frontispiece beckoning curious minds towards numerical mastery. A testament to how education has evolved over centuries while preserving timeless principles. In this quaint bookstore, textbooks transcend their utilitarian purpose.