A Compendium of the Anatomy of the Human Body, Vol. 3 of 3 (Classic Reprint): Intended Principally for the Use of Students: Intended Principally for the Use of Students (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the body's absorbing and nervous systems with clear, reliable detail.

This portion of A Compendium of Anatomy surveys the absorbent system, including the lymphatics, glands, and their role in circulating fluids. It also covers the nerves, their coverings, trunks, and how they distribute signals throughout the body. The text explains how vessels, valves, and ganglia contribute to movement, sensation, and the organization of the nervous and circulatory networks.

Readers gain a grounded overview of how fluids travel from the intestines to the blood, how glands interconnect with lymphatics, and how nerves arise from the brain and spinal cord to reach muscles and organs. The material emphasizes structure, function, and the relationships between vessels, nerves, and surrounding tissues.

• How the absorbent system transports lymph and chyle and the role of valves in directing flow


• The structure and function of lymph glands and their drainage pathways


• Organization of the nervous system, including nerve coverings, plexuses, and ganglia


• How nerves distribute fibers to muscles and sense organs, preserving motion and sensation

Ideal for students and practitioners seeking a concise, foundational reference to the body's absorbents and nerves.

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