The Rat Nervous System, Second Edition (Hardcover)

by George Paxinos (Editor) "The vascular system is in many aspects unique and more heterogeneous in the brain than in most other organs..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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"This book provides exhaustive information about the rat nervous system. The advances made in understanding the rat nervous system since the last decade when the book was first published are finely incorporated and chapters covering additional systems have been added in this revised edition. This book is a compilation of 60 contributors and edited by an author who has many good books accredited to him including probably one of the most cited books on rat brain in stereotaxic coordinates.... The chapters are written by leading scientists in their respective fields. The chapters... are well organized with comprehensive easy to understand coverage of the subject with very clear supportive diagrams that definitely help in a better appreciation and understanding of the organization of the brain... The clarity of its presentation and the high quality of more than 400 accurately constructed illustrations make this book a very valuable source of information on the rat nervous system. It is highly recommended for both students and scientists involved in the field of neurosciences."
--SAUDI MEDICAL JOURNAL
"The chapters are written by leading researchers in the field and the book is richly illustrated with figures based on experimental evidence obtained with the use of techniques such as axonal tract training... this is a very valuable book which I would use for reference on a regular basis... I would hesitate to lend the book out and I would be inclined to persuade the library to get a copy and put it in the reference section... The book will be invaluable to experienced neuroscientists when they are writing grant applications or papers or designing new projects. It will also be enjoyable for anyone simply wishing to browse through an up-to-date and beautifully illustrated book on the nervous system. I would strongly recommend this book as a library book and as a personal reference book for the neuroscientist."
--Z. Henderson
"The second edition of The Rat Nervous System is a remarkable achievement which is an invaluable addition to the researcher's library of reference texts and is essential reading for students... The writing is up-to-date and is remarkably cohesive, with many cross-references and no unnecessary duplication of information... The book is a pleasure to browse through, being clearly written and beautifully illustrated with line drawings, photomicrographs and colour plates produced to the highest standards. In his preface, Paxinos draws attention to the fact that there are over 400 illustrations: he is rightfully proud of them and correct to point out that they enhance the text."
--Verity Brown in NEUROPSYCHOLOGIA -- Review

Review
"This book provides exhaustive information about the rat nervous system. The advances made in understanding the rat nervous system since the last decade when the book was first published are finely incorporated and chapters covering additional systems have been added in this revised edition. This book is a compilation of 60 contributors and edited by an author who has many good books accredited to him including probably one of the most cited books on rat brain in stereotaxic coordinates.... The chapters are written by leading scientists in their respective fields. The chapters... are well organized with comprehensive easy to understand coverage of the subject with very clear supportive diagrams that definitely help in a better appreciation and understanding of the organization of the brain... The clarity of its presentation and the high quality of more than 400 accurately constructed illustrations make this book a very valuable source of information on the rat nervous system. It is highly recommended for both students and scientists involved in the field of neurosciences."
--SAUDI MEDICAL JOURNAL
"The chapters are written by leading researchers in the field and the book is richly illustrated with figures based on experimental evidence obtained with the use of techniques such as axonal tract training... this is a very valuable book which I would use for reference on a regular basis... I would hesitate to lend the book out and I would be inclined to persuade the library to get a copy and put it in the reference section... The book will be invaluable to experienced neuroscientists when they are writing grant applications or papers or designing new projects. It will also be enjoyable for anyone simply wishing to browse through an up-to-date and beautifully illustrated book on the nervous system. I would strongly recommend this book as a library book and as a personal reference book for the neuroscientist."
--Z. Henderson
"The second edition of The Rat Nervous System is a remarkable achievement which is an invaluable addition to the researcher's library of reference texts and is essential reading for students... The writing is up-to-date and is remarkably cohesive, with many cross-references and no unnecessary duplication of information... The book is a pleasure to browse through, being clearly written and beautifully illustrated with line drawings, photomicrographs and colour plates produced to the highest standards. In his preface, Paxinos draws attention to the fact that there are over 400 illustrations: he is rightfully proud of them and correct to point out that they enhance the text."
--Verity Brown in NEUROPSYCHOLOGIA

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1136 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 2 edition (November 7, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0125476353
• ISBN-13: 978-0125476355
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.7 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,406,130 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars 2.5 stars - an update of a classic, but buyer beware, February 19, 2005

By	Marisa (Illinois) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Rat Nervous System, Third Edition (Hardcover)

This is a wonderful reference. But when I got hold of this latest edition of the Rat Nervous System, I was surprised and very disappointed to find that the chapter on the amygdala was referencing figures in the 2nd edition, rather than reprinting them here. For me, it meant the trouble of getting both editions through interlibrary loan. But if I had bought this latest edition, for this price, I would have been very upset to find essential figures missing.

It depends on your needs. I'm learning to parcellate the amygdala and need access to good figures to do so. I'm sure the editors had to make difficult decisions, given the weight and humongousness of this book, but if you're thinking of getting it as a practical reference tool, preview it in a library first to make sure it hasn't cut out anything you need from earlier editions. Otherwise, what a rip off.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most comprehensive book I know, August 7, 2001

By	gary r sutherland (Tucson, AZ United States) - See all my reviews

The organization of this book, each structure having its own chapter, makes it easy to find information about any brain area. Authorities of each field contributed an introduction to the structure and a description of the morphology and activity of the cells, but then further elaborated on substructures.

It is heavy and expensive, but it is a must-have for people who need a reference book that has reviews on all areas of the rat brain.

5.0 out of 5 stars More than we expected, September 23, 2008

By	Casey Ellison (Lafayette, IN USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Rat Nervous System, Third Edition (Hardcover)

The incredible detail and immense amount of information was more than we had hoped for. Excellent resource.