The Life of Jacob Henle

By Victor Robinson

Book Overview

The Life of Jacob Henle is a biographical account of the life and work of the German physician and anatomist, Jacob Henle. Written by Victor Robinson, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Henle's life, from his early years in Bavaria to his later career as a professor of anatomy and physiology in Zurich. The book traces Henle's intellectual development, focusing on his contributions to the fields of anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Robinson also explores Henle's personal life, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with illness and depression. Through this detailed portrait of Henle, Robinson offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century medicine and science, and sheds light on the ways in which scientific discoveries and social changes shaped the life and work of one of the era's most influential thinkers.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116325732X
• ISBN13: 9781163257326
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"