Veterinary Medicine: An Illustrated History, Dunlop and Williams (Hardcover)

Veterinary Medicine: An Illustrated History, Dunlop and Williams (Hardcover, 1996)Used copy, but good condition. Only issues:Slight sun-fading on spineMark on coverFrom the publisher:Veterinary Medicine is a comprehensive historical work focusing on three primary themes: the evolution of veterinary medicine, the role of animals throughout recorded history, and the unique human-animal bond. The book is largely organized by regions of the world that have made a particularly rich contribution to these themes, but also includes chapters on specific time periods, such as the Dark Ages and Renaissance, which heralded important strides in the development of veterinary medicine. The book includes 500 exquisite art pieces in a variety of media, approximately 50 percent in full colour. In addition, art has been taken from worldwide sources, including many veterinary schools. Content has been reviewed by some of the top veterinary and animal historians in the world.From the Back Cover:From prescientific times through the modern era, this comprehensive work traces the role of animals, the evolution of veterinary medicine, and the unique human-animal bond. This inspiring story comes to life in an engaging narrative and a beautiful array of artwork from around the world. Written for the enjoyment of veterinarians and animal lovers alike, this book features a wide variety of paintings, sketches, sculptural reliefs, illuminated manuscripts, cartoons, prints, and photographs obtained from premier museums, veterinary schools, libraries, and private collections throughout the world. Join Drs. Dunlop and Williams in this rich historical voyage and come away with a greater understanding of the significant place animals occupy in our lives.