Human Anatomy, 9th Edition

For courses in one-semester human anatomy. 

A fresh voice strengthens a visually compelling, classic human anatomy text

Revered for its groundbreaking, atlas-style format, detailed illustrations, and exceptionally clear photographs, Human Anatomy has long been known for its quality and sophistication, as well as its scope and level of coverage. Accomplished author and award-winning educator Judi Nath joins the writing team, bringing a fresh voice, enhanced accuracy, and a clear, engaging writing style to the 9th Edition.

The new edition builds upon the legacy of previous editions and includes expanded clinical content to help students focus on the types of diseases and injuries they are likely to encounter in their future careers; visually stunning Spotlight Figures in every chapter to guide students through complex topics; and new features that focus students on the key point in each section and use simple analogies and memory devices to help students remember facts and concepts.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Foundations: An Introduction To Anatomy
Chapter 2. Foundations: The Cell
Chapter 3. Foundations: Tissues And Early Embryology
Chapter 4. The Integumentary System
Chapter 5. The Skeletal System: Osseous Tissue And Bone Structure
Chapter 6. The Skeletal System: Axial Division
Chapter 7. The Skeletal System: Appendicular Division
Chapter 8. The Skeletal System Joints
Chapter 9. The Muscular System: Skeletal Muscle Tissue And Muscle Organization
Chapter 10. The Muscular System: Axial Musculature
Chapter 11. The Muscular System: Appendicular Musculature
Chapter 12. Surface Anatomy And Cross-Sectional Anatomy
Chapter 13. The Nervous System: Nervous Tissue
Chapter 14. The Nervous System: The Spinal Cord And Spinal Nerves
Chapter 15. The Nervous System: Sensory And Motor Tracts Of The Spinal Cord
Chapter 16. The Nervous System: The Brain And Cranial Nerves
Chapter 17. The Nervous System: Autonomic Nervous System
Chapter 18. The Nervous System: General And Special Senses
Chapter 19. The Endocrine System
Chapter 20. The Cardiovascular System: Blood
Chapter 21. The Cardiovascular System: The Heart
Chapter 22. The Cardiovascular System: Vessels And Circulation
Chapter 23. The Lymphatic System
Chapter 24. The Respiratory System
Chapter 25. The Digestive System
Chapter 26. The Urinary System
Chapter 27. The Reproductive System
Chapter 28. The Reproductive System: Embryology And Human Development