The Curious History of the Heart. A Cultural and Scientific Journey, Paperback/Vincent M. Figueredo

This book traces the evolution of our understanding of the heart from the dawn of civilization to the present. Vincent M. Figueredo —an accomplished cardiologist and expert on the history of the human heart—explores the role and significance of the heart in art, culture, religion, philosophy, and science across time and place. Publisher: Columbia University Press Author(s): Vincent M. Figueredo Illustration(s): 45 figures Number of pages: 312 Publication date: 2025 Dimensions: 140 x 216 x 20 Cover type: Paperback / softback