Anatomy: A Matter of Death and Life

The curious Arthur’s Seat miniature coffins and William Burke’s skeleton are just two of the objects that will be on display in the exhibition Anatomy: A Matter of Death and Life, the National Museum of Scotland, 2 July-30 October 2022. Like the exhibition, the accompanying book will explore the history of anatomical study, from the artistry of Leonard da Vinci to the Burke and Hare grave-robbing and murders in Edinburgh in the 19th century.It also looks at the modern approach to body donation at universities in Scotland and contrasts the ethics, practices and beliefs today with those of two centuries ago.