How the Body Works : The Facts Simply Explained

Dk

ISBN 10: 0241188016 / ISBN 13: 9780241188019

Published by Bloom Books Mai 2016, 2016

About this Item

Neuware - How The Body Works is a fascinating exploration of the weird and wonderful processes that occur within the human body, often without us knowing. Understand how our bodies keep us alive and thriving and get to the bottom of such niggling questions as why we get dizzy, why we get butterflies in our stomachs, and why we get jetlag! How The Body Works is a bold and accessible visual guide to every aspect of how the human body and brain works, combining the science of human anatomy books with beautiful images. Enjoy this enlightening resource that covers everything from skin to bone and even the psychology of dreams and emotions.

Seller Inventory # 9780241188019

Bibliographic Details

• Title: How the Body Works : The Facts Simply Explained
• Publisher: Bloom Books Mai 2016
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0241188016
• ISBN 13: 9780241188019
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 241W x 200H x 27D millimeters 241 millimeters width by 200 millimeters height by 27 millimeters depth
• Weight: 928 grams

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Synopsis

Libro usado en buenas condiciones, por su antiguedad podria contener señales normales de uso

From School Library Journal

Gr 9 Up—This latest from DK offers a straightforward presentation of anatomical facts, ranging from the expected (cell diagrams, body systems, nutrition) to the delightfully obscure (the multiple immune system cells used to defeat pathogens, the chemical effects of near-death experiences). Boasting full-color illustrations on every page, which are surrounded by brief paragraphs of text, this title avoids a blanch-inducing textbook format. Even the most science-timid readers will find engagement in its creative exhibitions of diagrams and demonstrations. The book's coverage, however, is broad, rather than deep; for example, the chemical factors behind sexual attraction are listed, but no further exploration of different sexualities is pursued. Additionally, the text occasionally employs the second person "you," resulting in ambiguity over who is being addressed. This usage is especially confusing in the sidebar on menstruation in the "Feeling Attraction" spread, where the text conjectures that "you tend to flirt more and dress more attractively" during ovulation. This deviation from fact to social observation, here and in other areas, may be perplexing or jarring for readers. Otherwise, this volume is an ideal reference for those tackling challenging biology or anatomy homework. With the extensive index, finding explanations of terms is easy. Where the layout stumbles is its unorthodox page numbering. Both numbers are listed on the upper right corner of each spread, making accurate citation difficult. VERDICT This is a solid buy for all YA nonfiction purchasers keeping their 600s up-to-date.—Chelsea Woods, New Brunswick Free Public Library, NJ