Under the Knife

In Under the Knife, surgeon Arnold van de Laar explores the compelling history of surgery through 28 notable operations, featuring figures like Louis XIV, Einstein, JFK, and Houdini. The audiobook delves into dramatic tales, ranging from a man's self-surgery in 17th-century Amsterdam to the fatal consequences of Bob Marley's toe ailment. It invites listeners to understand the human body's response to surgery and the evolution of medical practices, providing both a cultural history and a contemporary anatomy lesson.