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The New Encyclopedia of the Human Body

Cells, Genes and DNA, Organs and Systems, the Brain, and More!
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Young readers can discover the incredible workings of the human body with this spectacular hardback encyclopedia, illustrated with full-colour photography and diagrams throughout. Take a look at the incredible human body as you've never seen it before! Bringing together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, world-class photography, and... Read More
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Young readers can discover the incredible workings of the human body with this spectacular hardback encyclopedia. Illustrated with full colour photography and diagrams throughout, this book explores all of the body systems and explains how they work together to keep you fit and healthy.

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Young readers can discover the incredible workings of the human body with this spectacular hardback encyclopedia, illustrated with full-colour photography and diagrams throughout.

Take a look at the incredible human body as you've never seen it before! Bringing together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, world-class photography, and clear diagrams, this comprehensive reference guide offers a captivating exploration of our anatomy. From the circulation of blood to the workings of the brain, readers can explore all the body systems and understand how they work together to keep you fit and healthy.

Includes:

  • Organs and how they work
  • Genes, DNA, and chromosomes
  • The brain and senses
  • Stages of life
  • Germs, viruses, and medicine
  • And so much more!

Supporting STEM learning, this extraordinary encyclopaedia with gold foil cover accents is the perfect addition to any child's learning library. For young knowledge-seekers aged 8+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus New Encyclopedia series uses stunning photography, fabulous facts, and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects—from the animal kingdom to world geography. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398854314

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 July 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcturus

Illustration: Hardback

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 1354g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specializes in the subjects of health, science and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages. She lives in London.

Clare Hibbert specializes in non-fiction books for children of primary school age. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious Aventis Junior Science Prize, and won a dozen Practical Pre-School Gold Awards.

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