The Human Brain Book: An Illustrated Guide to its Structure, Function, and Disorders (DK Human Body Guides)

This book is amazing for anyone who wants to learn about the brain. Color pictures on every page. Easy to read and understand . I had brain surgery last year. This answers so many questions and explains so much. I still have half the tumor left, so the pictures are helpful to look at after hearing my case explained by my surgeon And i got the book for under $20 ,it is hard bound and so much color! It costs less than a fast food drive thru order and you’ll keep it for a lifetime.

The Human Brain by Rita Carter looks into the brain, literally. I read this book because I wanted to understand at least how the brain is supposed to work, and the different sections of brain, because mine is dysfunctional, and not working right due to trauma and emotional affects. This book gives a lot of information about brain and how it related to the body, and what parts of the brain affect other parts. I learned a lot about dreaming, and how the brain puts the dreams together, as some can be remembered, and some can't. It discusses a lot of information, gives examples and has magnificent graphics. I wanted a book that wasn't filled with medical jargon, I wanted a book that was clear, and even though there are so many things about the brain that is a mystery, I will keep this book with me forever, and when I'm gone, someone can study my brain. Not to sound morbid, and to me, it's not. I have a bit more information about myself, and learned a lot from this book. There is a part of me that needs to know the science, as the other part of me, tries to figure out how to go on, day to day. I learned a lot about this book, and I recommend it for anyone who has issues that start and maybe end with the brain, and want to know more about yourself.

I have been studying the brain for many years and this is by far the best book on the subject. Not only does it cover every aspect of the brain's structures, disorders, function, & development, it is very easy to read. It is not dense and is a great resource for a novice on the subject. It is clear and concise with wonderful, large pictures, computer models, and actual MRI images to illustrate brain anatomy and function. The images are large and wonderful for learning brain anatomy.In addition, it covers every aspect of the brain from anatomy, terminology, brain evolution & comparison with brains of other animals & hominids, consciousness, memory, the senses, emotions, instincts & drives such as sex, morality, language, thinking, cognition, diseases, disorders, aging, and personality.The CD ROM is an amazing resource for any student or professional. The interactive guides are wonderful to study by.It is the perfect text to have as a reference guide or to read to obtain a basic framework of the brain. It is just as wonderful for someone like myself who is already very familiar with the brain.I was very surprised to look back and see that it was only $25. Take it from someone who has dished out well over $100 for books on anatomy, the brain, and the central nervous system- it is a steal.If you are a student planning to enter either the medical, psychological, or scientific professions, THIS IS A MUST!If you are already in the medical, psychological, or scientific field, THIS IS A MUST if not to learn by then to have on one's shelf for quick reference.

Is it OK to get excited over a book about the brain? :)When I ordered "The Human Brain Book" I assumed it was just an updated version of one of my favorite illustrated "brain books"---Rita Carter's expertly executed survey of the human brain titled "Mapping the Mind." I would have been happy with an updated version of "Mapping the Mind" that reflected recent brain research.When it arrived I was pleasantly surprised to see that Ms. Carter had collaborated with DK, the creator of amazingly well photographed and illustrated educational books to produce one of the most visually informative books on the brain I have ever seen. The paragraph-sized entries and highly visual content of "The Human Brain Book" make it accessible to a wider age range than "Mapping the Mind"--which explores select topics on the brain with fewer illustrations but article-length commentary and depth.Brain regions are made memorable by explaining the region with engaging examples of the types of behaviors, senses, emotions, cognitive, or other functions associated with that the area of the brain.The large format and variety of photograph and image sizes reminded me of the wonderful Time Life Science series books that were popular a few decades ago. But so much better."The Human Brain Book" is a delight to browse--it's the kind of book that you can open to any page and find something engaging to explore.And then there is the pleasant surprise of the interactive DVD-ROM . . .Rita Carter and DK can be proud of creating an exceptional book. At less than $30, this is one the best values I have found on Amazon in a long time.