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Adam's Navel: A Natural and Cultural History of the Human Form
Contributor(s): Sims, Michael (Author)

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 ISBN: 0142004642     ISBN-13: 9780142004647
Publisher: Penguin Books
OUR PRICE: $22.80  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: June 2004
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Annotation: Drawing on evolution and the mechanics of human anatomy, a science writer conducts an engaging tour of the human form--where biology and culture intersect.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Science | Life Sciences - Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Science | Life Sciences - Evolution
- Social Science | Anthropology - Cultural & Social
Dewey: 306.4
LCCN: 2003041196
Age Level: 18-UP
Grade Level: 13-UP
Physical Information: 0.65" H x 5.24" W x 7.68" L (0.52 lbs) 342 pages
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Price on Product, Table of Contents
Review Citations: New York Times 07/11/2004 pg. 24
 
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Publisher Description:
In this amusing and brilliantly conceived book, Michael Sims introduces you to your body. Moving from head to toe, Sims blends cultural history with evolutionary theory to produce a wonderfully original narrative in which he analyzes the visible parts of the body. In this fascinating brew of science and storytelling, readers encounter not only accessible explanations of the mechanics of their anatomy, but also the layers of mythology, religious lore, history, Darwinian theory, and popular culture that have helped to shape our understanding of any given body part. A titillating and unique book, Adam's Navel is learned and entertaining, a marvelous lens through which to study the form we all inhabit--but may not really understand.
 
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