Exploring the intersection of anatomy and eroticism, this book delves into the often-overlooked erotic expressions found in 18th and 19th-century anatomical imagery. It highlights how anatomical illustrations, typically seen as sober and technical, also conveyed monstrous, provocative, and sensual qualities. The work uncovers the queerness of the men involved in the creation and collection of these images, revealing a hidden narrative of desire and intimacy within a discipline that traditionally shunned such topics.
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Michael Sappol is a scholar whose work delves deeply into the history of anatomy, death, and the visual culture of medicine across film, illustration, and exhibition. His engaging explorations uncover fascinating insights into how the human body and its relationship with science have been perceived throughout history. Sappol's approach examines the visual representations of human anatomy and medicine, often highlighting their complexity and multifaceted nature. His scholarship is essential for understanding the evolving interplay between art, science, and our comprehension of the body itself.

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