Author : Chris van Tulleken
Publisher : William Collins
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,42 MB
Release : 2018-05-16
Category : Human anatomy
ISBN : 9780008256562
206 bones. One heart. Two eyes. Ten fingers. You may think you know what makes up a human. But it turns out our bodies are full of surprises.
Author : Daniel M. Davis
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,14 MB
Release : 2021-08-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0691210586
"One of our most lauded scientist-writers shows how astonishing breakthroughs in medical science are changing previously immutable aspects of humanity. Welcome to a revolution in the science of human health. This book takes us to the frontier of medical research and reveals stunning recent advances that are changing our understanding of how human body works, how we combat and prevent disease and how we understand what it means to be human. We see how super-resolution nano-scopes are revealing hitherto hidden operations within our cells and opening up new new ways of manipulating the immune system; how human embryos can now be preserved alive long enough to see how genetic abnormalities can be corrected during the early stages of foetal development; how light is being used to excite pathways in the brain allowing us to understand and manipulate thoughts and feelings; how our rapidly increasing understanding of the microbiome is radically changing every aspect of human biology. These and many more astonishing discoveries are related as gripping dramas of discovery by an award-winning scientist at the very forefront of this adventure"--Publisher's description.
Author : John Clancy
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 31,83 MB
Release : 2018-08-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 1788400984
Most of us take our body for granted and are never aware of its amazing capabilities. This book looks at how the seven octillion atoms that make up the human body are grouped into organs, tissues, nerves, fibres, fluids and more in such a way that the entire system runs smoothly without us ever knowing about it. It explains the hidden world of hormones and enzymes, the battleground of your immune system, the senses and much more. It also reveals the astonishing secrets of the human body, from the 15 'other senses' we have beyond the known five, to the reason we have eyes capable of seeing the Andromeda galaxy 2.5 million light years away. Chapters include: Cells, tissues and body structure The skin, skeleton and muscles The cardiovascular system Internal protectors: warriors behind the scenes The respiratory system
Author : Jonathan Reisman, M.D.
Publisher : Flatiron Books
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 42,19 MB
Release : 2021-11-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 125024661X
"A fascinating, lyrical book... Reisman's experiences in other cultures bring a richness and depth to The Unseen Body. The way he thinks about the body and medicine—the rivers and tributaries, the flowing and unclogging, the top-down organization of the brain—is extraordinary!" —Mary Roach In this fascinating journey through the human body and across the globe, Dr. Reisman weaves together stories about our insides with a unique perspective on life, culture, and the natural world. Jonathan Reisman, M.D.—a physician, adventure traveler and naturalist—brings readers on an odyssey navigating our insides like an explorer discovering a new world with The Unseen Body. With unique insight, Reisman shows us how understanding mountain watersheds helps to diagnose heart attacks, how the body is made mostly of mucus, not water, and how urine carries within it a tale of humanity’s origins. Through his offbeat adventures in healthcare and travel, Reisman discovers new perspectives on the body: a trip to the Alaskan Arctic reveals that fat is not the enemy, but the hero; a stint in the Himalayas uncovers the boundary where the brain ends and the mind begins; and eating a sheep’s head in Iceland offers a lesson in empathy. By relating rich experiences in far-flung lands and among unique cultures back to the body’s inner workings, he shows how our organs live inextricably intertwined lives—an internal ecosystem reflecting the natural world around us. Reisman offers a new and deeply moving perspective, and helps us make sense of our bodies and how they work in a way readers have never before imagined.
Author : Katharine Park
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 14,41 MB
Release : 2006-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN :
Women's bodies and the study of anatomy in Italy between the late thirteenth and the mid-sixteenth centuries.
Author : Cristina Peraboni
Publisher : White Star Kids
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,85 MB
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9788854415287
Kids can learn all about their bodies in an engaging new way, thanks to this unique illustrated handbook. Each page bursts with colorful infographics that explore our cells, brain, skeleton, muscles, skin, blood, heart, lungs, digestive system, sight, hearing, smell, taste, reproduction, and genetics. Comparisons of humans to animals throughout, plus fun facts about our most bizarre characteristics, make science accessible and entertaining.
Author : Five Mile Press Pty. Limited, The
Publisher : Five Mile Press
Page : 10 pages
File Size : 45,72 MB
Release : 2006-05
Category : Human body
ISBN : 9781741249897
This book features five 48-piece jigsaw puzzles.
Author : Carron Brown
Publisher :
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 45,63 MB
Release : 2016-06-01
Category :
ISBN : 9781610674652
Over 200,000 copies of the series sold. Author Carron Brown has been a children's non-fiction editor and writer for more than 16 years. Secrets of Animal Camouflage is a child-friendly introduction to zoology. Bright, punchy artwork makes every page an adventure. A hidden world of snow-covered Arctic foxes, tree-trunk hiding owls and perfectly camouflaged butterflies are revealed as you hold the pages to the light! The amazing see-through pages in this gorgeously illustrated non-fiction series offer benefits similar to lift-the-flaps books (great for early development and deal with the idea of object permanence), but our Secrets books have the added interactive dimension of the child being able to see the surface and the hidden picture at the same time. Both a visual treat and lots of fun, all of our Shine-a-Light books also offer a glossary and additional information about their subjects, making them non-fiction gift books like no other.Over 200,000 copies of the Shine-a-Light series sold! A non-fiction gift book like no other with amazing see-through pages and a glossary and additional information about their subjects.
Author : Lucia Osborne-Crowley
Publisher : Black Spot Books
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 10,56 MB
Release : 2021-09-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1911648144
In her first full-length book, Lucia Osborne-Crowley, author of the acclaimed Mood Indigo essay I Choose Elena, writes about the secrets a woman's body keeps, from puberty to menstruation to sexual pleasure; to pregnancy or its absence; and to darker secrets of abuse, invasion or violation. Through the voices of women around the world and her own deeply moving testimony, My Body Keeps Your Secrets tells the story of the young woman's body in 2021. Moving from girlhood and adolescence to young womanhood, Osborne-Crowley establishes her credentials as a key feminist thinker of a new generation with this widely researched and boldly argued work about reclaiming our bodies in the age of social media.
Author : Inna Segal
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 48,9 MB
Release : 2010-08-31
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 143917671X
Discover the groundbreaking bestseller and TikTok sensation that reveals the connection between your physical health and emotional well-being, and offers processes for healing—featuring a foreword by Bernie Siegel, M.D. Dive into the enchanting world of holistic healing with renowned intuitive healer Inna Segal. Digging into the root causes of over 300 symptoms and medical conditions, she lays bare the mental, emotional, and energetic triggers behind physical ailments. This comprehensive guide comes complete with a free thirty-five-minute audio download where Inna herself guides you into a powerful self-care and well-being journey, attuning you to the messages your body communicates. Venture into an empowering, transformative journey that calls upon your body’s built-in ability to heal itself. With Segal's gentle guidance, you'll not only restore your physical self but also break free from the shackles of limiting beliefs and emotions that may be hindering your growth and vitality. Decode the secret language of disease, access quick and easy exercises for nurturing your organs, and use color to rejuvenate your life. By the end of this inspiring journey, you'll have uncovered and applied the life-altering teachings your body has been signaling you all along and be able to live the life you were truly meant to live.
