Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy by Joanna Ebenstein

Description: Anatomica by Joanna Ebenstein Visually strong set of illustrations given prominence for the first time in a book FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "Theres a fine line between the horrible and the sublime, and Joanna Ebensteins Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy walks it." New York Times Book ReviewFor centuries, humankind has sought to know itself through an understanding of the body, in sickness and in health, inside and out. This fascination left in its wake a rich body of artworks that demonstrate not only the facts of the human body, but also the ways in which our ideas about the body and its proper representation have changed over time. At times both beautiful and unsettling, illustrated anatomy continues to hold our interest today, and is frequently referenced in popular culture. Anatomica brings together some of the most striking, fascinating and bizarre artworks from the the 14th through 20th century, exploring human anatomy in one beautiful volume, with over 250 images.heres a fine line between the horrible and the sublime, and Joanna Ebensteins Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy walks it. New York Times Book ReviewFor centuries, humankind has sought to know itself through an understanding of the body, in sickness and in health, inside and out. This fascination left in its wake a rich body of artworks that demonstrate not only the facts of the human body, but also the ways in which our ideas about the body and its proper representation have changed over time. At times both beautiful and unsettling, illustrated anatomy continues to hold our interest today, and is frequently referenced in popular culture. Anatomica brings together some of the most striking, fascinating and bizarre artworks from the the 14th through 20th century, exploring human anatomy in one beautiful volume, with over 250 images. Author Biography Joanna Ebenstein is an internationally recognised expert in the art of anatomy and creator of the Morbid Anatomy blog, library and event series. Her books include Death: A Graveside Companion and The Anatomical Venus both for Thames and Hudson. Review "A lovingly curated and beautifully printed collection that belongs on every morbid enthusiasts bookshelf." Caitlin Doughty, mortician, author, and founder of The Order of the Good Death "If Morticia Adams had a coffee table book, this would probably be it. This is not a book to read, so much as to drink in.its a book you can browse, like a good exhibition." C Word: The Conservators PodcastTheres a fine line between the horrible and the sublime, and Joanna Ebensteins Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy walks it." New York Times Book Review Joanna Ebenstein is one of our very best spelunkers into the world of the oddball and the offbeat. She is a masterful curator of things beautifully disgusting and morbidly fascinating. A true resurrectionist, she excels at dredging up from our collective unconscious items of uncanny beauty and terrifying wonder. Colin Dickey, author of Ghostland and The Unidentified Long Description "Theres a fine line between the horrible and the sublime, and Joanna Ebensteins Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy walks it." New York Times Book Review For centuries, humankind has sought to know itself through an understanding of the body, in sickness and in health, inside and out. This fascination left in its wake a rich body of artworks that demonstrate not only the facts of the human body, but also the ways in which our ideas about the body and its proper representation have changed over time. At times both beautiful and unsettling, illustrated anatomy continues to hold our interest today, and is frequently referenced in popular culture. Anatomica brings together some of the most striking, fascinating and bizarre artworks from the the 14th through 20th century, exploring human anatomy in one beautiful volume, with over 250 images. Review Quote Theres a fine line between the horrible and the sublime, and Joanna Ebensteins Anatomica: The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy walks it." New York Times Book Review -- - Promotional "Headline" Visually strong set of illustrations given prominence for the first time in a book Details ISBN1786275716 Author Joanna Ebenstein Short Title Anatomica Pages 272 Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 1786275716 ISBN-13 9781786275714 Format Hardcover Subtitle The Exquisite and Unsettling Art of Human Anatomy Imprint Laurence King Publishing DEWEY 704.942 UK Release Date 2020-09-10 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher Orion Publishing Co Publication Date 2020-09-10 Audience General NZ Release Date 2020-09-09 AU Release Date 2020-09-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:129666868;

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