The Handy Anatomy Answer Book (The Handy Answer Book Series) [Paperback]

James Bobick (Author), Naomi Balaban (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1578591902 | ISBN-13: 978-1578591909 | Publication Date: June 1, 2008 | Edition: Ill

From basic biology and the lymphatic system to human growth and development, this comprehensive reference—organized by systems of the body—makes the sometimes perplexing nature of anatomy understandable through an engaging question-and-answer format. In addition to the science itself, the people and history behind anatomy are discussed. More than 1,200 questions are answered, including Do identical twins have the same fingerprints? What are the primary sensations of taste? What is the integumentary system? and How many bones are in the human body?

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From School Library Journal

Adult/High School—Thirteen chapters cover the body's various systems (circulatory, digestive, endocrine, nervous, etc.) and are preceded by a chapter on basic biology and followed by one on human growth and development. Each section consists of a series of questions and answers organized in a logical fashion, one flowing into the next and progressing from basic to more detailed. The answers are both simple and clear, and scientific and medical terms are succinctly defined when they first appear. The illustrations, drawn from a variety of sources, supplement the text. The format makes this an appealing title for curious browsers and a good quick-answer source for teens' questions about how their bodies work. Students interested in careers in health or medicine will pore over this book with the avidity their younger siblings devote to books about dinosaurs.—Sandy Schmitz, Berkeley Public Library, CA
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From Booklist

Ever wish for a quick description of human anatomy; for example, a short response to a question about the brain or the circulatory system? Many thick volumes on these topics fill university library shelves, but sometimes all a reader needs is a simple description that requires little more than a moment to read and digest. Authored by two librarians, this compilation provides over 1,200 brief explanations to many common questions about anatomy, physiology, and pathology. It covers the body systems in 15 chapters with hundreds of questions per chapter and responses usually no more than a paragraph in length. Questions range in nature from serious health concerns (“What are the symptoms of stroke?“) to trivia questions (“What is the purpose of goose bumps?”). Even complex questions (“What is consciousness?”) are boiled down to the essentials. The information is similar to what the reader will find in an encyclopedia but without the depth and without any references. Although no one expects an exhaustive bibliography in this kind of resource, a list of several key sources could be helpful. Who would use this book? The general reader will find many interesting and perhaps entertaining anatomical details. The high-school student may discover information useful for an assignment. And The Handy Anatomy Answer Book is priced right for a small library. --Lilian Hoffecker

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Visible Ink Press; Ill edition (June 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1578591902
• ISBN-13: 978-1578591909
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.8 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #816,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Any general or medical library needs this, September 3, 2008

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This review is from: The Handy Anatomy Answer Book (The Handy Answer Book Series) (Paperback)

The Handy Anatomy Answer Book packs in a key to understanding over 1,200 questions about anatomy, physiology, and more. It offers over a hundred color illustrations including detailed medical charts to cover organ systems and how the body heals. Any general or medical library needs this.

4.0 out of 5 stars good book, October 11, 2011

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This review is from: The Handy Anatomy Answer Book (The Handy Answer Book Series) (Paperback)

Having never taken anatomy class in school I loved this book! They ask a question and then give you the answer. And they progressively cover the entire body and body systems. Making it easy to go back and review. I only wish goodle had a dictionary that would pronounce medical terms. It would be nice to know how some of these words are really said. I hope you enjoy the book as much as I did.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Anatomy made easy, September 12, 2009

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This review is from: The Handy Anatomy Answer Book (The Handy Answer Book Series) (Paperback)

This Handy answer book helps a lay person know more about Anatomy. Also very colorful illustrations to help out know what is what and where it is located.