The basic principles of the anatomy and physiology of the human body are presented in easy-to-read language with clearly integrated text and illustrations.
Full consideration is given to the interests of various disciplines in the health care field.

The main topics are:
- Biology of the Cell;
- Genetics and Evolution;
- Musculoskeletal System;
- Heart and Vascular System;
- Blood, Immune System and Lymphatic Organs;
- Endocrine Organs;
- Digestive System;
- Reproduction, Development and Birth;
- Central and Peripheral Nervous System;

Other features are the summary at the end of each chapter, which reviews the chapter contents; the detailed Table of Contents at the start of each chapter; and the fold-out color plate of a fully labeled skeleton.
Additional reasons to purchase this book:
-Handy, four-color, softcover volume.
-Concise information for biologists, physicians, nurses, health aids, physicians? assistants, paramedics, physical therapists, and anyone interested in biology and medicine.