De l'Électrisation Localisà e et de son Application à la Physiologie, à la Pathologie et à la Thà rapeutique Duchenne, Guillaume-Benjamin Biology,Medicine,Science

First edition of this cornerstone in the history of neurology and electrotherapy, by the pioneering French physician Guillaume-Benjamin Duchenne de Boulogne (1806â "1875). In De l'Électrisation Localisà e, Duchenne lays the foundations for modern electrodiagnosis and electromyography, describing his experiments using localized electric current to stimulate and study individual muscles. The volume is richly illustrated with 106 engravings integrated in the text, depicting physiological reactions, muscle groups, and clinical demonstrations. The text is divided into sections covering the physiological principles of localized electrization, its application to the study of normal and pathological muscle function, and its therapeutic use in treating neuromuscular disorders. Duchenne meticulously records the results of electrical stimulation on various muscle groups, providing detailed observations that reveal the muscular anatomy and neurological responses of the human body. His experimental work anticipated many later discoveries in medical science, and the precision of his documentation â " complemented by the fine anatomical engravings â " makes this a milestone in both medical illustration and experimental physiology. Condition:ÂPoor to fair. The spine is detached and in pieces, with loss and splitting along the hinges; front board detached, rear joint cracked. The leather spine covering is fragmented but retained (shown separately). Boards show rubbing and edge wear; corners bumped. Text block remains complete, tight, and clean, with bright pages and sharp illustrations, free of major foxing. Inscription and title pages remain crisp and legible. Despite its fragile exterior, the book is an authentic and complete first edition.