The Human Body: An Illustrated Guide to Every Part of the Human Body and How It Works
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Book Overview
Human Body is a concise guide to the structure, functions, and disorders of the body. Using full-color, highly detailed illustrations and clear, accessible language, this book is a fascinating introduction to how the body works and what may go wrong. The first part, Anatomy of the Human Body, begins with a medical atlas that shows how the parts of the body fit together. Each individual body system -- such as the skeletal and digestive systems -- is then fully illustrated and explained in detail. A compelling section on the human life cycle examines the changes in the body from conception to old age. In the second part of the book, Diseases and Disorders, some of the most common disorders are described and illustrated, system by system, with explanations of exactly what goes wrong and why. Medical conditions covered include infections, injuries, and cancer. Finally, there is a concise glossary of medical terms.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0789479885
ISBN13:9780789479884
Release Date:August 2001
Publisher:DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Length:448 Pages
Weight:1.48 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 5.4" x 6.5"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
A Must Have!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
There are some many books out there that cover A & P but some of them are so indepth that you first need your degree to read them. When I came across this book I knew I had to add it to my collection. Each system of the body, Endocrine, Nervous, Skeletal, etc... is covered very well. The diagrams are in colour and are excellent. The section on pathologies was very helpful because it covers the most important pathologies related to that body system. Anyone who is taking any type of A & P class, I would highly recommend adding this book to your collection.
Good book with good pics
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
I already read this in the library. Good book with lots of good pics.
This book is fantastic
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
An easy to carry book with in-depth workings of the human body. I am an Ambulance Officer and this book I carry with me all the time, it is my 'bible'. I would recommend this book to any prospective buyer.
THE BEST!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I bought this book on vacation before I even began taking Anatomy and Phys (a prerequisite to the nursing program). I just wanted to know a little more about what I was going to be learning. I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! The illustrations are really good, labeled well with simple and concise explanations. It's a little to big to fit "in your pocket" but easily fits in your purse or front pocket of your bookbag. I carried it around everywhere while I took A & P - much easier than lugging the big A & P textbook to the doctor's office, laundrymat, etc. I still keep it in my bookbag now and in class if the instructor says, "As you'll recall learning XYZ in anatomy..." I can whip it out and look it up quickly to refresh my memory. GREAT BOOK!!! My four-year-old likes to "study" this book while I'm studying - enjoyable even for preschoolers!
Makes Anatomy and Physiology easier
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
If you find Tortora's Principles of Anatomy and Physiology hard to understand, then this is the book for you. This book is even easier to understand then Tortora's book. Tortora's book is easy to understand also, but this book is even easier. However, I also recommend Anatomy and Physiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers with Explanations by Patrick Leonardi Volume 1, and Volume 2. These two study guides helped me to get through my College Anatomy and Physiology courses. The questions were quite similar to the one encountered on my tests. However, Ann Baggaley's book is also a must to building a good foundation in A and P.
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