The Brain Atlas: A Visual Guide to the Human Central Nervous System [Spiral-bound]

Thomas A. Woolsey (Author), Joseph Hanaway (Author), Mokhtar H. Gado (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471430587 | ISBN-13: 978-0471430582 | Publication Date: November 11, 2002 | Edition: 2

The new edition of The Brain Atlas is now better than ever! This acclaimed text continues to provide a concise, elegant, and accurate portrait of human neuroanatomy. Divided into five sections—Background Information, The Brain
and its Blood Vessels, Brain Slices, Histological Sections, and Pathways—this enhanced text has been carefully revised to capitalize on the strengths of the first edition while making the book even more user-friendly. This fully revised edition of The Brain Atlas includes:
• 400 full-color, high quality images and diagrams • Redesigned direct labels replace previously used numbering system • Exceptional presentation of functional pathways • Increased image sizes to reveal structural details • Additional carefully matched radiological images • Visual cues for easy navigation • Clinical relevance highlighted throughout the text • Seamless integration of anatomy, brain vessels, neuroradiology and functional brain pathways • Complete revision of the index, now with over 6,000 entries

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Overall, this atlas is an excellent tool for understanding the central nervous system.  It is a good companion at every level of training and for health care professionals." (Archives of Neurology, May 2004)

“The authors have done a superb job of bringing together what the clinical student of the neurosciences needs to know or have available by reference...invaluable for students...every practicing neurosurgeon can review this materials regularly with advantage...a valuable addition to the libraries of neuroscientists everywhere.” (Neurosurgery Quarterly, December 2003 - February 2004)

Praised in the first edition "An excellent reference text. We recommend The Brain Atlas to all who explore the intricate wonders of the human brain." (Trends in Neuroscience)

"...an essential requirement for the library of any individual who works in the field...if you buy only one atlas, this is the one to by." (Journal of Neurosurgery, Vol. 98, June 2003)

"...an excellent atlas...a book to which all neurosurgical trainees should have access..." (British Journal of Neurosurgery, June 2003)

"very heart of the book… is a wonderful visual guide through the CNS shown in its magnificent luxury of details." (Journal of Chemical Neuroanatomy, August 2007)

Review

"I will certainly use [The Brain Atlas] to teach our residents in neuroanatomy and will encourage them to purchase the book as well." —Volker K.H. Sonntag, M.D., Barrow Neurosurgical Associates, Ltd.

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Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 264 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Liss; 2 edition (November 11, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471430587
• ISBN-13: 978-0471430582
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #538,645 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Medical Student Opinion, February 22, 2000

By 

Jami K. Lewis "Neo Jami" (Spokane, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Brain Atlas (Paperback)

The photographs are excellent, but the index sucks. It is poorly organized and incomplete. Take my advice and buy this book for Neuroanatomy just for the pictures. The paperback edition is very afforadable. Just put lots of little flags on the pages or sections you use most. It will save you much brain-ache.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Book, July 24, 2003

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This review is from: The Brain Atlas: A Visual Guide to the Human Central Nervous System (Spiral-bound)

"...an essential requirement for the library of any individual who works in the field...if you buy only one atlas, this is the one to by." (Journal of Neurosurgery, Vol. 98, June 2003)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's best!!, September 17, 1999

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Lee Soo Ho "Kreiss" (Seoul) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Brain Atlas (Paperback)

Hanaway's brain atlas is best neuroanatomy atlas for medical students in pre-clinical level. Its photos and illustrations are very clear and easy to understand. And it is good for self study.