Gunther von Hagens, Bodyworlds: Animal Inside Out

Gunther von Hagens, Body Worlds: Animal Inside Out. Heidelberg, Germany: Arts & Sciences, revised edition, 2015.

Small quarto, stiff wraps, 140 pages, numerous striking illustrations.

Gift inscription on the first blank page; otherwise in near fine condition.

'For years now, I have been working on plastinating animals. A few years ago, I plastinated not only some smaller animals, but also big ones, such as a horse (2000), a camel and a gorilla (2003). Particularly these large animals require all of my creativity. The larger they are, the bigger the anatomical and technical challenges they present. I have even discovered a few new things when working with these giants, for example, on an elephant. This is because my team and I dissect these large animals in a detailed and careful manner that surpasses previous preservation techniques. In doing so, I feel like a researcher on an anatomical journey of discovery. ...'

'Gunther von Hagens (born Gunther Gerhard Liebchen; 10 January 1945) is a German anatomist, businessman and lecturer. He developed the technique for preserving biological tissue specimens called plastination. Von Hagens has organized numerous Body Worlds public exhibitions and occasional live demonstrations of his and his colleagues' work, and has traveled worldwide to promote its educational value.' (Wikipedia)