A Treatise on Physiology and Hygiene / For Educational Institutions and General Readers

A concise manual presents the leading facts and principles of human physiology and practical hygiene for students and general readers, combining elementary anatomy with explanations of bodily functions. It surveys the skeletal and muscular systems, skin, digestion and nutrition, circulation and respiration, the nervous system and special senses, voice production, and microscopic study of tissues, while offering guidance on diet, exercise, bathing, ventilation, and restorative habits. Chapters include clear descriptions, illustrations, a glossary of technical terms, and an appendix summarizing common poisons and their antidotes.