The Body: A Guide for Occupants by Bill Bryson
The Body: A Guide for Occupants by Bill Bryson is a readable tour of how the human body works, heals and can fail, combining scientific information with anecdotes and humour. Its 464-page length suits readers who want an accessible broad overview rather than a short reference.
At a glance
- Covers how the body functions, heals itself and can fail.
- Combines information about the human body and scientific history with anecdotes and humour.
- A substantial 464-page read rather than a concise reference.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Customer feedback describes the book as engaging and fascinating, with informative content and an easy-to-follow writing style.
- The broad body-and-science-history focus may appeal to curious general readers who prefer an entertaining narrative.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Anchor Canada |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Jan. 26 2021 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 464 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0385685769 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0385685764 |
| Weight listed | 459 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.21 x 2.54 x 20.32 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an accessible, wide-ranging introduction to the human body.
- Fans of science writing that combines factual information with humour and anecdotes.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a brief handbook, visual anatomy atlas or specialist medical reference.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights an engaging, fascinating read, with readers appreciating the information about the body and scientific history, the writing style, readability and humour. Those qualities suit readers seeking an accessible narrative overview, while the book's 464-page length means it is better suited to an extended read than quick reference. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive, but they do not establish which specific aspects drove each rating.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the content as informative and fascinating.
- Feedback praises the readable writing style and humour.
Frequently asked questions
What does The Body: A Guide for Occupants cover?
The listing describes a tour of the human body, including how it functions, heals itself and can fail, with scientific information and anecdotes.
Is this a short reference book?
No. The listing gives a print length of 464 pages, so it is a substantial read rather than a concise handbook.
What language is this edition listed in?
The product details list the language as English.
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