"We assume we know our bodies intimately, but for many of us they remain uncharted territory, an enigma of bone and muscle, neurons and synapses. How many of us understand the way seizures affect the brain, how the heart is connected to well-being, or why the foot holds the key to our humanity? In Adventures in Human Being, award-winning author Gavin Francis leads readers on a journey into the hidden pathways of the human body, offering a guide to...

"A state-of-the art guide to the human body that is destined to become the definitive illustrated human anatomy reference."-- Provided by publisher.

Explore the simple but effective power of touch, guided by the experts at Neal's Yard Remedies. Follow clear, annotated photography to master core massage techniques; understand the key disciplines, from Swedith to shiatsu, reflexology, and Thai; and access more than 30 custom treatments to boost well-being and treat a range of specific complaints.

"[A] head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body ... a must-read owner's manual for everybody. Bill Bryson once again proves himself to be an incomparable companion as he guides us through the human body--how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and (unfortunately) the ways it can fail"-- Provided by publisher.

How can a bone withstand 1,000 pounds of force without breaking? Why do some people bleed more easily than others? And, how can sound be used to make blind people see? These are just a few of the mysteries you'll explore in this fascinating documentary. Through amazing internal photography and advanced computer graphics, get an intimate look at nature's most complex machine. And, as a bonus feature, also included is the groundbreaking Discovery Pictures/BBC...

Every second of every day, something is happening in even the tiniest parts of your body, from head to toe. And if you think of your body as a machine, your brain would be the control room, with millions of buttons and levers for all kinds of important jobs. With an enthusiastic and warmly humorous text, medical doctor Roopa Farooki familiarizes kids with terms like cerebellum and brain stem along with the workings of the nervous system, the digestive...

Combining up-to-the-minute descriptions and illustrations of the body's physical structure, chemical workings, and potential problems, this ultimate all-in-one guide is perfect for families and students alike.

Exploring milestones in medicine and the latest scientific discoveries, this guide to the human body covers everything from the brain, skull, and mental health through how the body protects itself.