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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. A significant "Classic Collector's Edition" of Gray's Anatomy, Descriptive and Surgical, published by Bounty Books in 1977. This edition is a Revised American printing derived from the Fifteenth English Edition, featuring a new Introduction by John A. Crocco, M.D. The book is presented as a sturdy hardcover, encased in its original pictorial dust jacket. It contains a comprehensive 780 illustrations, with 172 rendered in full color, meticulously depicting human anatomy. The volume showcases a remarkable collection of detailed engravings, offering an invaluable resource for medical students, professionals, and collectors of scientific literature. Historical & Collectible Context: First published in 1858, Gray's Anatomy by Henry Gray stands as an unparalleled cornerstone of medical education and reference. Its groundbreaking, comprehensive descriptions and detailed illustrations revolutionized the study of human anatomy, making complex structures accessible to generations of students and practitioners worldwide. The book's enduring legacy is a testament to its clarity, accuracy, and depth. While this is a later "Collector's Edition," it captures the essence and importance of the original work, making it a desirable item for collectors interested in the history of medicine, classic scientific texts, and beautifully illustrated books. This edition, specifically noted as a "Classic Collector's Edition," holds appeal for those seeking a high-quality, readable, and visually rich version of this iconic text. Condition: Exterior - Firm and straight with clear titling and illustration. Boards are robust and square beneath the dust jacket. No discernible wear to the boards. No significant edge wear to the boards is present. Binding is strong and secure; pages are firmly attached. The pictorial dust jacket is clean, bright, and intact with minor tears, chips, or significant edgewear but nothing significant. The illustrations and text are vibrant. Interior - Pages are thick and cream-colored, showing no brittleness or fragility. There is no foxing. Page toning is even and consistent with age, not detracting from readability. A handwritten name and address are present at the top of the contents page. There are no tears, stains, creases, or repairs to any pages.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 15 revised edition. 1258 pages. 9.50x6.00x2.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: Poor. No Dust Jacket. First Edition Thus. 1600 pages. With b/w & coloured illustrations. Front and back covers Detached. Front endpaper missing. Title page loose. Back free endpaper creased. Spine, covers & corners worn, scuffed and soiled. A rebinding project.; 1600 pages. With b/w & coloured illustrations. Front and back covers Detached. Front endpaper missing. Title page loose. Back free endpaper creased. Spine, covers & corners worn, scuffed and soiled. A rebinding project.; Quarto; From the library of professor David L. Dawson, author of Operative Anatomy Contemporary Calf with Morocco Title LAbel. …

Condition: Acceptable. Lea Brothers Philadelphia, PA 1887 large 8vo. 1100 pages. bound in full leather boards. boards heavily rubbed, soiled, and stained. spine creased, soiled, and rubbed. snags to crown and heels of spine. 3 inch tear to juncture of bottom of spine and front board. corners bumped. ffep to copyright pages detached but present. G- $NRP. …

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1887 Edition.

Condition: Good. Publisher: Lea Brothers & Company, Philadelphia, 1887.First Printing of the revised and re-edited American edition (from the eleventh English edition). Adding 113 new engravings, many in color. Good+ in scuffed tan leather-covered boards. Title. author, editor, and the words, "Colored Plates," stamped in gilt on the spine. The rear endpaper has signatures of members of the Univ. of Pennsylvania Dental Department, circa 1898. Hinge is loosening. Due to book's weight, I am unable to ship outside US . …