"Bill Bryson, bestselling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As compulsively readable as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-read owner's manual foreverybody. Bill Bryson once again proves himself to be an incomparable companion as he guides us through the human body--how it functions, its remarkable ability to heal itself, and (unfortunately)...

An illustrated medical reference that explains all bodily workings and covers all the major body locations, systems, health issues, and diagnostic techniques for diseases and disorders.

"An introductory guide to anatomy and physiology"--Provided by publisher.