Lot 151: MÜLLER, JOHANNES. 1801-1858. Handbuch der Physiologie des Menschen. Coblenz: J. Hölscher, 1833-1844.

MÜLLER, JOHANNES. 1801-1858.
Handbuch der Physiologie des Menschen. Coblenz: J. Hölscher, 1833-1844. 2 volumes in 3. 8vo. 1 lithographic plate. Contemporary boards with leather spine labels. Corners bumped, wear to bindings, foxing throughout.A key work in physiology, originally issued in parts between 1833 and 1844. This book introduced a number of new findings, including the excretory systems of glands, insights into the lymphatic system, and the origin of fibrin. It also established an important interaction between physiology and clinical practice. Garrison Morton 601; Heirs of Hippocrates 910; Norman 1568; Waller 6730.