02677cam a22003733u 4500 48078 UtSlPG 20260610134115.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 08008272 UtSlPG en iso639-1 RA Gannal, J.-N. (Jean-Nicolas), 1791-1852 Histoire des embaumements. English History of Embalming : and of Preparations in Anatomy, Pathology, and Natural History; Including an Account of a New Process for Embalming Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Translation of: Histoire des embaumements Release date is 2015-01-25 Produced by deaurider, Thiers Halliwell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "History of Embalming" by J.-N. Gannal is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This work explores the complex practices and historical evolution of embalming throughout various cultures, particularly focusing on the Egyptian and Guanche methods. Additionally, it shares insights into a new embalming process developed by the author, highlighting its significance to the fields of anatomy and natural history. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of embalming practices beginning with the author's preface and introduction. It introduces the motivations behind embalming, from the preservation of the dead due to religious beliefs to the respect for loved ones. Gannal discusses historical perspectives on the origin of these practices, citing various authors and philosophers—including Herodotus and Diodorus Sicculus—who have contributed to the understanding of the art of embalming. The author outlines his goals for the work, which include providing a comprehensive history of embalming methods while introducing his innovative processes to improve preservation techniques, thus catering to both the professional and general reader's interests. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Embalming -- History Anatomical specimens -- Collection and preservation Mummies Harlan, Richard, 1796-1843 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48078 88917 88917