Human Body

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ISBN: 9781904263371
Title: Human Body
Author: BETTS MOFF

Our bodies are the only things we ever truly own, yet most of of us haven’t got a clue what they are made of and how they manage to grow, thrive and survive everything we chuck at them. In this delightful little book, the smallest of its kind ever produced, Dr Betts tells the incredible story of the human body, and how it got to where it is today. With useful appendices and a glossary. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. \”…short and witty …beautiful woodcuts …a distillation of ancient alchemical tomes …rich and artful …\” – THE LANCET. \”Fascinating\” FINANCIAL TIMES. \”Beautiful\” LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. \”Genuinely mind-expanding\” FORTEAN TIMES. \”Excellent\” NEW SCIENTIST. \”Stunning\” NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.

Format: Paperback
Publication date: 25/10/2005
Pages: 64
Available stock: 1