Hygienic Physiology - 1889
7/9/24 (updated 11/25/25)Hygienic Physiology by Joel Dorman Steele is a textbook focused on the science of the body's functions, including anatomy and hygiene, with special emphasis on the use of alcoholic drinks and narcotics. The book combines physiology with practical health laws to educate readers on maintaining good health, highlighting subjects such as the skeleton, muscles, skin, respiration, and circulation, along with guidance on disease prevention, sick room care, disinfectants, and first aid measures.Joel Dorman Steele (1836–1886) was an American educator and author renowned for his contributions to scientific textbooks for schools. He began writing a series of popular school books from Elmira, New York, including Hygienic Physiology. Steele was also involved in military service during the Civil War before resuming his educational career. After his death, his wife Esther Baker Steele, also an accomplished educator and author, oversaw revisions and continued publishing their educational works.The significance of Hygienic Physiology lies in its practical approach to teaching physiology combined with hygiene to help students avoid health risks. It was part of a broader Pathfinder Series of Textbooks on anatomy, physiology, and hygiene designed for different educational levels, making it a notable resource for advanced pupils in health education during Steele's era.Source: Perplexity.aiCurated by Gabrielle Ly
