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Book Synopsis: From acclaimed science writer, presenter, and illustrator Alice Roberts, a visual and linguistic adventure through the strange, astonishing worlds within our anatomy. Did you know you have cobwebs in your head, hair in your lungs, and snails in your ears? In the world of anatomy, every name paints a picture: from the arachnoid mater, a brain membrane resembling a spider's web, to the ciliated epithelium of the respiratory tract (from the Latin for "eyelash") and the curlicue cochleas (from the Greek for "snail") that power our hearing.
Quirky, bizarre, and beautiful, Anatomical Oddities traverses the body's crypts, islets, and mountains to reveal a secret map of organ, tissue, and bone—complete with peculiar place names (duodenum, from the Greek for "twelve-fingers-long part of the gut") and overlooked but essential regions (like the orbicularis oculi, the muscle that lets us blink). Featuring stunning original artwork by the author—acclaimed science writer and presenter Alice Roberts—these fifty-seven brief lessons in anatomy lay bare the intricate details of the human body, the history of those who unearthed its secrets, and the rich world of language that gives us form.
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Explore the hidden wonders of your own body with Anatomical Oddities: The Otherworldly Realms Hidden within Our Bodies! Written by acclaimed science writer and presenter Alice Roberts, this visually captivating book takes you on a linguistic and artistic journey through the bizarre and astonishing worlds within our anatomy. Did you know that your head harbors cobwebs, your lungs hold hair, and your ears shelter snails? Every name in the world of anatomy is like a painting, from the spider-web-like arachnoid mater to the eyelash-like ciliated epithelium of the respiratory tract. Discover the labyrinthine crypts, mesmerizing islets, and towering mountains that make up our bodies, forming a secret map of organs, tissues, and bones. Get lost in the awe-inspiring artwork created by Alice Roberts herself, and delve into fifty-seven captivating lessons in anatomy that will leave you spellbound. Uncover the hidden history of those who unearthed the secrets of our body, as well as the enchanting realm of language that gives us shape.
Anatomical Oddities is more than just a book—it's an exploration of the inner workings of your own existence. Transport yourself into the uncharted territories of your body and discover its peculiar place names, such as the duodenum, named after its length of "twelve fingers," and the often-overlooked orbicularis oculi, the muscle responsible for our ability to blink. Immerse yourself in the stunning illustrations, meticulously created by Alice Roberts, an acclaimed science writer and presenter. With each turn of the page, you will be captivated by the intricate details of the human body that reveal the marvels that lie beneath our skin.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this incredible adventure through your own body. Anatomical Oddities is a must-have for anyone fascinated by the wonders of human anatomy. Whether you're a medical student, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about what lies beneath your skin, this book will astound and inspire you. Get your copy today and experience the thrill of uncovering the hidden worlds within, as told by the remarkable Alice Roberts.
Get your copy of Anatomical Oddities: The Otherworldly Realms Hidden within Our Bodies and embark on an exhilarating journey into the depths of your own anatomy today!
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