Zoonomia - The Laws of Organic Life (Vol. 1&2)

By Erasmus Darwin
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Erasmus Darwin's Zoonomia - The Laws of Organic Life (Vol. 1&2) is a groundbreaking work that delves into the principles of physiology and pathology, interweaving scientific knowledge with poetic flair. Written in a complex yet engaging style, Darwin's exploration of the vital processes of life reflects the Enlightenment-era fascination with natural philosophy. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the functions of organs to the mechanisms of diseases, all presented with vivid descriptions and insightful observations. Zoonomia stands as a testament to Darwin's innovative approach to scientific writing, paving the way for future generations of biologists and philosophers. Erasmus Darwin's background as a physician and polymath provides a unique perspective that enriches the content of the book. His keen intellect and passion for understanding the mysteries of life shine through in every page, making Zoonomia a captivating read for anyone interested in the history of biology and medicine. I highly recommend Zoonomia to readers seeking a profound exploration of organic life, as well as those fascinated by the intersection of science and literature.

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Rating★★★★ 3.7 (13)
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GenreHealth and Wellness
Length46 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Charles Darwin: On the Origin of Species & On the Tendency of Species to Form Varieties
2Zoonomia: The Laws of Organic Life
3Volume 1
4PREFACE.
5Part I.
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6SECT. I. OF MOTION.
7SECT. II. EXPLANATIONS AND DEFINITIONS.
8SECT. III. THE MOTIONS OF THE RETINA DEMONSTRATED BY EXPERIMENTS.
9SECT. IV. LAWS OF ANIMAL CAUSATION.
10SECT. V. OF THE FOUR FACULTIES OR MOTIONS OF THE SENSORIUM.
11SECT. VI. OF THE FOUR CLASSES OF FIBROUS MOTIONS.
12SECT. VII. OF IRRITATIVE MOTIONS.
13SECT. VIII. OF SENSITIVE MOTIONS.
14SECT. IX. OF VOLUNTARY MOTIONS.
15SECT. X. OF ASSOCIATE MOTIONS.
16SECT. XI. ADDITIONAL OBSERVATIONS ON THE SENSORIAL POWERS.
17SECT. XII. OF STIMULUS, SENSORIAL EXERTION, AND FIBROUS CONTRACTION.
18SECT. XIII. OF VEGETABLE ANIMATION.
19SECT. XIV. OF THE PRODUCTION OF IDEAS.
20SECT. XV. OF THE CLASSES OF IDEAS.
21SECT. XVI. OF INSTINCT.
22SECT. XVII. THE CATENATION OF MOTIONS.
23SECT. XVIII. OF SLEEP.
24SECT. XIX. OF REVERIE.
25SECT. XX. OF VERTIGO.
26SECT. XXI. OF DRUNKENNESS.
27SECT. XXII. OF PROPENSITY TO MOTION, REPETITION AND IMITATION.
28SECT. XXIII. OF THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM.
29SECT. XXIV. OF THE SECRETIONS OF SALIVA, AND OF TEARS, AND OF THE LACRYMAL SACK.
30SECT. XXV. OF THE STOMACH AND INTESTINES.
31SECT. XXVI. OF THE CAPILLARY GLANDS AND MEMBRANES.
32SECT. XXVII. OF HÆMORRHAGES.
33SECT. XXVIII. OF THE PARALYSIS OF THE ABSORBENT SYSTEM.
34SECT. XXIX. ON THE RETROGRADE MOTIONS OF THE ABSORBENT SYSTEM.
35SECT. XXX. PARALYSIS OF THE LIVER AND KIDNEYS.
36SECT. XXXI. OF TEMPERAMENTS.
37SECT. XXXII. DISEASES OF IRRITATION.
38SECT. XXXIII. DISEASES OF SENSATION.
39SECT. XXXIV. DISEASES OF VOLITION.
40SECT. XXXV. DISEASES OF ASSOCIATION.
41SECT. XXXVI. OF THE PERIODS OF DISEASES.
42SECT. XXXVII. OF DIGESTION, SECRETION, NUTRITION.
43SECT. XXXVIII. OF THE OXYGENATION OF THE BLOOD IN THE LUNGS, AND IN THE PLACENTA.
44SECT. XXXIX. OF GENERATION.
45SECT. XL.
46PREFACE.
47Part II.
48CLASSES OF DISEASES.
49The Orders and Genera of the First Class of Diseases.
50The Orders, Genera, and Species, of the First Class of Diseases.

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