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Gray's Anatomy
This is a landmark edition of one of the greatest texts of our time. "Gray's Anatomy "has been an international bestseller for 100 years; its appeal is not only to physicians and students, but to artists and the medically curious. As the new Introduction by Dr. Crocco states: "Every living physician today has been exposed to "Gray's Anatomy" and nearly everyone has used it...more
Hardcover, Classic Collector's Edition, 1257 pages
Published
November 23rd 1988
by Bounty
(first published 1858)
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This may seem a strange book to have on one's five star list. However, it has been central to my life for thirty years. Now in its fortieth edition (originally published in 1858) it has been the keystone to learning human anatomy by medical students and doctors. Its illustrations are works of art, the labelling beautiful and the text, occasionally grandiose and impenetrable, memorable. Gray died shortly after the first publication, his intent being to produce a cheap (£150 for the current editio...more
Aug 29, 2012
Cali
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I have always wanted to be a surgeon in the future, so I knew this book would be a perfect summer read! Although it was a very long book to read, it was extremely interesting. I took AP Biology my junior year so I had a bit of knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. This book gave my more information on the human body and all of its functions and systems. It was a tedious, long, hard read, which took me about one month to read (July- August), but I am so happy I read it! I have more knowledge...more
I found the JG Press copy of Grey's Anatomy a few years ago at a used book sale and could not put it down...obviously not in the way you can't put gripping fiction down, but in the sense that the drawings absolutely mesmerized me. I couldn't look away from it. Even the typeset fascinated me, as did the oddly calming (but definitely not boring!) effect the words had on me whenever I picked it up at night. "Phalanges," "sternum," occipital," even "longitudinal fissure" all sounded like poetry to m...more
Grey’s Anatomy was a great book. Although it was not a story it was quite enjoyable. As someone who dreams of going into medicine I think it was a great first step in the right direction. The book I written on a 7th grade level thoroughly explaining how the body works and explains all of the systems, from lymphatic to nervous, It covers it all. Although the book is quite hefty it is filled with helpful diagrams that illustrate the words written on the page. Since I am a visual learner I think it...more
Can't say that I've read the entire thing. My copy is a reprint of the 1901 edition. Likely this is more useful for historians of medicine and literary scholars of the Victorian period than for current medical practitioners.
Systematic, with drawings (sometimes unintelligible to this layperson) and over one thousand pages of dense writing.
Some samples of the stylistics:
"The root is firmly connected to the rami of the os pubis and ischium by two strong tapering fibrous processes, the crura; and to...more
Systematic, with drawings (sometimes unintelligible to this layperson) and over one thousand pages of dense writing.
Some samples of the stylistics:
"The root is firmly connected to the rami of the os pubis and ischium by two strong tapering fibrous processes, the crura; and to...more
As an inspiring doctor, this book holds a enormous amount of helpful information. Immensely detailed and may require a long time to read depending on whether or not you can learn from it well. I am not finished with it yet, still taking notes on the cardiovascular system but can't wait to read the other body systems. It is a valid resource and great reference for anything in the medical field. It has been a tremendous aid for me considering I am currently in a medical terminology class.
Mar 21, 2012
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This is the most complete book on the human body; every part of the human body is mentioned, and clearly defined, an easy translation, also; this book will never change, as the author has everything perfectly laid out; yes if you were to dissect a part of the human body that is provided also; this belongs on every shelf;the bok contains color photos. Henry Gray really put this writing together perfectly! A "must have"
Okay, so I may not have read it from cover to cover in a single continuous attempt but I am certain that I have at one time or another, perused each and every page. Of course the book would mean nothing or at least very little to me, without the bountiful illustrations. An essential reference book for every bookshelf.
This is one of the most magnificent books i've ever laid my hands on. The illustrations are absolutely brilliant with their dark, delicate quality. My favorite medical reference for anatomical drawing. Everyone should at least flip through it to learn a thing or two about how the body is constructed
It is one of the most insightful and detailed medical book I have ever read but do your self a favor and dont attempt to carry the hardcover edition along with the rest of your college books.Believe me your back will be thankful for it.
This book has been so great for my osteology studies. I love it and own it in 2 editions - this paperback and one Barnes N Noble put out in hardcover with beautiful binding.
this helped me in school with all my homework i had for sex ed, health education and phsyical education classes.
It's a must read for anyone in the health profession i think.
It's a must read for anyone in the health profession i think.
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So, so beautiful. The illustrations are amazing and keep the book accessible to anyone, whether they are studying medicine, biology, or just using it for art reference.
Feb 05, 2013
Dan Santivanez
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Well, I am from Peru and i like read evrything about to anatomy. I want will be a doctor in the future because i love the anatomy.
Hyo.Peru Dan Santiváñez Gutarra
Hyo.Peru Dan Santiváñez Gutarra
Jul 12, 2012
Kaitlyn Gerken
marked it as to-read
I bought this a while ago, and have skimmed through parts. It's now packed away since I recently moved, but as an aspiring doctor I cant wait to read it more thoroughly!
I'm just going to leave this book on my to-read shelf until I finish school because I don't want to clutter up my currently-reading.
و مين طالب طب ما انبهرش برسومات جراى فى الاجازة....و ما انصعقش لما اكتشف ان الرسومات دى هيحفظها و يمتحن على اساسها بعد كده؟
Not one to read cover-to-cover, but I love this reference book and find myself picking it up frequently. Highly recommended for any home. Consider it an owners guide!
Well detailed and up to date text for pre-clinical,clinical,and even doctors and other health professionals.Its a must have for every medical student.I love it because of its good illustrations with nice clinical correlation.
this is the father of all books in medicine........if not grays anatomy no MBBS degree.........
Nice book and cheap price but still old a lot of things need to be updated
6 years of page flipping, memorizing, figuring out, going nuts..
No tiene tantos diagramas como debe ser un libro de anatomia
"God read Gray's Anatomy. Then created human beings."
Excellent reference book......wish I still had it.
Mar 31, 2009
Bryan
is currently reading it
i'll probably reference this book forever.
Good Reference Book. Very In-Depth. Very.
good book. very..... scientific.
Mar 22, 2011
Wendy
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Paperback and HARD copy! :)
Sep 10, 2012
Hoor Al-qatari
marked it as to-read
I need it
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Henry Gray (1827 - 13 June 1861) was an English anatomist and surgeon most notable for publishing the book Gray's Anatomy. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS) at the age of 25.
He was born in Belgravia, London, in 1827 and lived most of his life in London.
In 1845, Gray entered as a student at St. George’s Hospital, London (then situated in Belgravia, now in Tooting), and he is descri...more
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He was born in Belgravia, London, in 1827 and lived most of his life in London.
In 1845, Gray entered as a student at St. George’s Hospital, London (then situated in Belgravia, now in Tooting), and he is descri...more
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