Summaries of books about Biology:
Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body!
DK
The book provides a comprehensive visual guide to the human body, exploring its anatomy, physiology, and the complex functions that sustain life. It includes detailed 3D images and informative descriptions that cover various systems, organs, and processes, making it accessible for readers of all ages interested in understanding the workings of the human body.
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What It's Like to Be a Bird
From Flying to Nesting, Eating to Singing--What Birds Are Doing, and Why
David Allen Sibley
The book provides an in-depth look at the behaviors and biology of birds, exploring their daily activities and the reasons behind them. It features detailed illustrations and accessible explanations to help readers understand and appreciate the complexities of avian life.
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Working Stiff
Two Years, 262 Bodies, and the Making of a Medical Examiner
Judy Melinek|T.J. Mitchell
The book is a memoir that chronicles the experiences of a young forensic pathologist, Judy Melinek, during her training in New York City. It provides an insider's perspective on the challenges and intricacies of conducting autopsies and investigating deaths, including her work following the September 11 terrorist attacks.
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How Dogs Love Us
A Neuroscientist and His Adopted Dog Decode the Canine Brain
Gregory Berns
The book explores the emotional connection between dogs and humans by detailing a groundbreaking experiment where the author trained dogs, including his own, to undergo MRI scans willingly. These scans provided insights into the dogs' brain functions and their capacity for emotions like love and loyalty, similar to humans.
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Anatomy & Physiology For Dummies
writer Maggie Norris
The book simplifies complex concepts of human anatomy and physiology, providing readers with a foundational understanding of the body's structure and functions. It includes explanations of bodily systems, organs, and the biological processes that maintain life, often accompanied by illustrations and practical examples to enhance learning.
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The Brain
The Story of You
David Eagleman
The book explores the inner workings of the human brain, delving into how it shapes our reality, identity, and experiences. It examines the brain's development, its capacity for creativity and decision-making, and the implications of neuroscience on our understanding of consciousness and what it means to be human.
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The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs
A New History of a Lost World
Steve Brusatte
The book provides a detailed narrative of the evolution, reign, and extinction of dinosaurs over the course of millions of years, combining scientific discoveries with vivid descriptions of the prehistoric world. It explores the latest paleontological research to explain how dinosaurs rose to dominance and what factors led to their eventual demise.
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The Brain That Changes Itself
Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science
Norman Doidge
The book presents a collection of case studies and scientific findings that illustrate the brain's remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life, a concept known as neuroplasticity. It explores how this adaptability can lead to recovery from brain injuries, the overcoming of learning disabilities, and the improvement of cognitive functions, challenging the traditional notion that the brain's structure is fixed.
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Other Minds
The Octopus, the Sea, and the Deep Origins of Consciousness
Peter Godfrey-Smith
The book explores the evolution of intelligence and consciousness by examining the biology and behavior of cephalopods, particularly octopuses. It delves into the philosophical and scientific implications of these creatures' alien minds, which evolved independently from vertebrates.
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Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs?
And Other Questions About Dead Bodies
Caitlin Doughty
The book is a collection of curious and humorous questions about death and the human body, answered by a mortician with scientific accuracy and a touch of wit. It addresses common myths and misconceptions about decomposition and funeral practices, providing readers with a candid look at what happens after we die.
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