Human Anatomy (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

~ Frederic H. Martini (Author), Michael J. Timmons (Author), Robert B. Tallitsch (Author)

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Product Description

Since its first edition Human Anatomy as been praised for its clarity of presentation, its outstanding visually-oriented illustration program, and its ability to help users understand anatomical structures. Past editions of Human Anatomy have won very prestigious awards, including the award for Textbook Excellence by the Text and Academic Authors Association and the award for Illustration Excellence by the Association of Medical Illustrators. Innovative pedagogical elements and a tightly integrated supplements package make this new edition an excellent choice for all anatomy studies. The exhaustive volume provides an introduction to anatomy and addresses cells, the tissue level of organization, integumentary system, the skeletal system, the muscular system, surface anatomy, the nervous system, the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system, the lymphatic system, the respiratory system, the digestive system, the urinary system, the reproductive system, and human development. For health care professionals of all kinds, massage therapists, forensic medical examiners and athletic trainers.

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A comprehensive introduction to human anatomy for students majoring in biology or fulfilling prerequisites for nursing, allied health, or pre-med programs. The book has an outstanding art program that combines award-winning medical illustrations by William Ober, M.D. and cadaver and bone photos by the renown biomedical photographer Ralth Hutchings. The text also includes innovative pedagogical elements which make this book the clear choice for introductory anatomy courses. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 896 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 4 edition (June 3, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130615692
• ISBN-13: 978-0130615695
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 10.7 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #638,500 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, Worth the Weight, April 14, 2006

By	Douglas Long (San Rafael, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Human Anatomy, 5th Edition (Hardcover)

I am an EMT working on nursing pre-requisites, and I read this book, as well as Anatomy and Physiology for Emergency Care, and Marieb's book on anatomy. This is the best if you take the subject seriously. The large size allows for better graphics, which is important in this field. The text is uniformly excellent. I also like the fact that developmental anatomy (fetal development) is separate, so you can only go to that if you're interested. Lot's of cadaver pics, which are very important in showing that real bodes are not coveniently neon and coordinated colors.

BTW, the other two books mentioned are also good. Marieb offers less material, and the A&P for Emergency Care is for paramedicine. If this area is new to you and you need excellent grades, find a local paramedic A&P class (40 hours), which is the best way to get a head start.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, March 10, 2007

By	Martina Barkolova "Martina" (California, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Human Anatomy, 5th Edition (Hardcover)

This book is written in a very good detail with amazing pictures to make it easier for every learner. I am 100% happy with my purchase and would recommend this book to everyone who is really interested in studying Anatomy.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great reference book, January 30, 2006

By	M. Cunanan (Buffalo,NY, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a great reference book even for resident physicians. I highly recommend having it in your library of medical books.