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The Concise Human Body Book: An illustrated guide to its structure, function and disorders
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241395523
- author:
- DK
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- DK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.5 x 15 x 1.9 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the intricate workings of the human body in this comprehensive visual guide. Fully updated to reflect the latest medical information, The Concise Human Body Book is packed with colourful diagrams, photographs, scans, and 3D artworks that reveal the cells and fibres responsible for keeping your body functioning. The book provides a detailed overview of the body, covering each system and process in turn, with explanations of how they work together to produce a living whole. The Concise Human Body Book covers eleven main body systems, including the skeletal system, cardiovascular system, and respiratory system, with each section ending on common diseases and disorders that can affect that system. With its in-depth, pocket-sized approach, this guide is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to understand the human body's physical structure, chemical workings, and potential problems. Whether you're a trainee medical professional, student, or simply curious about how the body works, this book provides a thorough and accessible introduction to the human body's complex systems and processes.