The definitive guide to the development, form, function, and disorders
of the human body.
The most detailed popular reference book on human anatomy available,
this beautiful exploration of the human body is now in its third
edition, revised with the latest medical knowledge. Although used by
students and healthcare professionals, it is accessible enough for
anyone to dip into and enjoy.
Guided by Professor Alice Roberts, renowned academic, author, and
broadcaster, and groundbreaking 3-D computer-generated illustrations,
you will understand the human body as never before, explore human
anatomy in incredible detail and clarity, and discover how the body
works, how it changes from infancy to old age, and what can go wrong and
why.
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Dive into the pages of this brilliant book on the human body, to
discover:**
- A region-by-region anatomy atlas allows the reader to explore the
body up close and almost life-size from head to toe.
- A functional section then shows how the body works, system by
system.
- Feature panels and spreads throughout explore fascinating aspects of
the human body.
- Diseases and disorders section includes easy-to-follow summaries of
over 200 health conditions.
The Complete Human Body begins with a region-by-region anatomical
atlas, containing extra detail on the hands, feet, and major joints. It
features a functional section on how the body works, system by system.
Finally, the diseases and disorders section includes easy-to-follow
summaries of over 200 health conditions
The 3D computer-generated illustrations are incredibly detailed,
virtually life-size, and based on the 3D scans of a real human body. But
in addition, the book features hundreds of smaller illustrations,
diagrams, and the latest medical and microscope imaging. The Complete
Human Body is perfect for students and teachers of biology, anatomy,
and physiology as well as health professionals.