Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Sixth Edition [Hardcover]

Frederic H. Martini (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 26, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0130615684 | ISBN-13: 978-0130615688 | Edition: 6

Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology, Sixth Edition is the central component of an integrated learning system comprised of separate lab manuals, CD-ROMs, study guides, and a video tutorial package. The book is meticulously designed so that readers will function at peak performance. As with other components of the package, this book/CD-ROM is linked by cross-references and readers are given clear directions to resources in other components P at the precise point where they could be most useful. Martini covers all body systems and organs. Developed for college instructors and students and interested readers, this book is appropriate for the fields of nursing, allied health, and physical education.

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About the Author

Dr. Frederic (Ric) Martini received his Ph.D. from Cornell University in comparative and functional anatomy. His publications include journal articles, technical reports, magazine articles, and a book for naturalists about the biology and geology of tropical islands. He is the co-author of six other undergraduate texts on anatomy or anatomy and physiology. He is currently on the faculty of the University of Hawaii and remains affiliated with the Shoals Marine Laboratory, a joint venture between Cornell University and the University of New Hampshire. Dr. Martini is a member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society, the American Physiological Society, and the American Association of Anatomists. He is also a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the National Association of Biology Teachers, the Society for College Science Teachers, the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology, the Western Society of Naturalists, and the International Society of Vertebrate Morphologists.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1264 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 6 edition (December 26, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130615684
• ISBN-13: 978-0130615688
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.1 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #898,181 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding Text, April 5, 2003

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Greg Bohm (Tampa, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Sixth Edition (Hardcover)

Martini has made significant changes in the 6th Edition of his Anatomy and Physiology text and they prove to be reader-friendly, more technically accurate than competitors such as Marieb, and accompanied by first-rate illustrations. When considering the accompanying Atlas of Human Anatomy, CD-ROM, and Applications Manual, this text is the best in its class.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book, April 9, 2005

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Nursing Student (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Sixth Edition (Hardcover)

I have to say, I used the 5th edition of this book and know that the 6th is better as I worked with another student who had the 6th edition. EVERYbody who wants to know, particulary physiology, should have this book for reference. The anatomy is also excellent particular the discussions on vascular and the venous / arterial systems and the nervous system discussions are clear!. I reference this book all the time.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding Text, April 5, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology, Sixth Edition (Hardcover)

Martini has made significant changes in the 6th Edition of his Anatomy and Physiology text and they prove to be reader-friendly, more technically accurate than competitors such as Marieb, and accompanied by first-rate illustrations. When considering the accompanying Atlas of Human Anatomy, CD-ROM, and Applications Manual, this text is the best in its class.