The Anatomy of the Brain and Nerves

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  • Slipcased
  • Montreal, Canada: McGill University Press, 1965
By Willis, Thomas; William Feindel, editor; Oliver Sacks, former owner
Montreal, Canada: McGill University Press, 1965. Tercentenary Edition 1664-1964. Slipcased. Near Fine in Near Fine Slipcase. Tercentenary Edition 1664-1964. Slipcased. Printed on Spanish mould-made paper (made by L. Guarro Casas, Barcelona); bound in Linson Vellum (by Villemaire Freres Limite of Montreal); with plates from the done by Meriden Gravure. Limited edition of 2000 sets.
From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Near fine, slight rubbing on housing. Complete two volume set complete with original slipcase. Facsimile reprint of Willis's Cerebre Anatomi... Also includes numerous supporting materials, biographical, historical, medical and bibliographical. xx, 104pp; xii, 192pp, index, illus (b/w). Tall 8vo.

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