System of Ophthalmology, Volume 1: The Eye in Evolution edited by Sir Stewart Duke-Elder (1958, Hardcover)

Editor
Sir Stewart Duke-Elder and contributors

Publisher
Henry Kimpton, 1958

Format
Hardcover with dust jacket

Pages
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Includes 903 illustrations, 15 colour plates, and 330 marginal illustrations

Condition
Very Good – Tears and wear to dust jacket (price clipped). Internally clean, tightly bound, and richly illustrated.

Genre
Medical Reference / Ophthalmology / Vintage Scientific Text

Overview
This is the first volume in the landmark System of Ophthalmology series edited by Sir Stewart Duke-Elder, one of the most influential ophthalmologists of the 20th century. The Eye in Evolution explores the development of the visual system across species, combining comparative anatomy with evolutionary theory. Lavishly illustrated with over 900 figures, this 1958 volume remains a cornerstone of specialist eye care literature and medical history.

Why You’ll Love It
A highly collectible reference for ophthalmologists, medical historians, or collectors of authoritative vintage medical literature. Its scholarly depth and illustrative richness make it a standout volume in the study of vision and evolution.

Note
An essential work in the history of ophthalmic science—perfect for inclusion in medical libraries or vintage reference collections.