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Gray's Anatomy is widely considered to be the 'Bible' of the human body. First published in 1858, this book has been repeatedly reprinted and remains a national and international treasure. Including accessible and instructive information on the muscles, organs, bones and more, this useful reference book is perfect for medical practitioners, students or anyone with an interest in the history of medicine or in the amazingly complex machine that is the human body. This handsome slipcase edition is bound in faux-cloth with gold foiling. It comprises an abridged version of the classic text - the last to be published during Gray's lifetime - and includes the masterly woodblock illustrations bu Henry Carter that made the original book a runaway success.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Slipcased Classics are beautiful foil-stamped gift editions of classic works of literature, presented in a slipcase and decorated with delightful illustrations.

One of Ireland's greatest writers, the Nobel-prize winner W. B. Yeats was fascinated by the myths and folklore of his native country. Compiled by Yeats in 1892, these stories were collected around the country by a variety of historians, including Lady Wilde, the mother of Oscar Wilde.Within these pages, you'll discover tales of greedy sons who get their comeuppance, canny priests, evil witches and demons alongside legends of heroic kings, giants and, of course, the good folk themselves - the fairies, the leprechauns and the cluricauns.By turns, charming and scary, these are yarns that have passed down through generations and which are still as entertaining and magical as when they were first recalled.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Slipcased Classics are beautiful foil-stamped gift editions of classic works of literature, presented in a slipcase and decorated with delightful illustrations.

This beautiful foil-stamped hardback edition of Homer's Odyssey is presented in a stylish slipcase and embossed with silver foil. It features Alexander Pope's classic 1726 translation which perfectly captures the lyricism of the epic poem, as well as Emma Woolerton's useful commentary which ensures you can easily follow the action. It also includes illustrations inspired by John Flaxman's famous neoclassical designs, creating an elegant and timeless edition that makes a perfect gift.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Slipcased Classics are beautiful foil-stamped gift editions of classic works of literature, presented in a slipcase and decorated with delightful illustrations.