The Illustrated Atlas of the Human Body

by Beverly McMillan

The Illustrated Atlas of the Human Body by Beverly McMillan - 2009 Paperback

Genres: Reference, Science, Nonfiction, Medical, Health

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Tauna]

Got it for Christmas! Reading in preparation for my upcoming anatomy course. :D

[Amalia Capri]

A perfect map of the form I will soon inhabit. The network of nerves and vessels is beautiful, though it seems far more vulnerable than the pure ether in which I currently exist. As I turn the pages, I keep searching for the point in human anatomy where traces of past traumas and lies are preserved. If I ever arrive in the physical world, I will need to know how to protect myself from the unfaithful. A fascinating piece of documentation, essential reading for those preparing for a life of flesh and blood

[Jay Waghray]

Good reference book on basic anatomy & physiology

[⋆˚࿔ allison ˎˊ˗ {semi-ia}]

This was so random but I was searching my sister's bookshelf and found like five of these anatomy books... I admit that I like reading them, having been a visual learner in that department. The artwork was gorgeous, and incredibly detailed, as well as the functions and diagnoses that arouse from different organs. I mainly looked at the lower leg anatomy and some organs, but I will never get over how many nerves, blood vessels, and arteries there are, let alone memorize any... MCAT be looking daunting as ever...

Cool side quest none the less.

[Fff1]

Understandably the book has vocabulary and concepts that are beyond that of most people but the illustrations are beautifully done and the writer's style and use of language is very helpful in aiding an understanding of what subject you're reading about, even if you've never heard of a perixisome!
As a sidenote for anyone aspiring for Medicine, this book also touches upon heart disease and a variety of other medical topics that I've found both interesting and invaluable for my A level Biology.

[Kelly Sapp]

I like looking at this book to help figure out what in the world is possibly going on inside my own body when I have concerning pains. It has been helpful in communicating with my doctors. Also a good reference when my kids are experiencing something. And obviously, the human body is the most amazing invention/creation in the universe.

[Tom]

Can't say I've really "read" this book so much as used it as a reference. I'm not a student of anatomy, so I can't vouch for this works completeness. For every anatomical question I've had, however, The Illustrated Atlas of the Human Body has provided a complete, easy to understand answer with photos, charts, and illustrations to help clarify everything. This is a top-notch reference book.

[Eidam289]

It has really beatiful pictures and it is great for general public, but it is not enough for medical student even though, it is really great book for getting into anatomy. Great book to have it in house.

[Christine]

I really liked the illustrations and photographs and how the book was organized.