Human Anatomy Textbook: A Functional Approach to Learning

By Elaine N. Marieb, Patricia M. Brady, and Jon B. Mallatt, this renowned textbook is designed for one-semester courses in human anatomy. Regarded as the most readable and visually accessible book on the market, Human Anatomy presents a comprehensive and well-illustrated story of the human body.

A Functional Anatomy Theme

The 9th Edition of Human Anatomy employs a functional anatomy theme, where anatomical structures are explained in the context of their functions. This approach helps learners understand and remember complex concepts more effectively. Analogies and comparative descriptions are used to explain how the shape and composition of structures enable them to perform their functions.

Enhanced Learning Features

This edition includes new exercises and questions that help students learn and apply anatomical language, as well as interpret real-world medical images. Select illustrated tables have been enhanced to tell a more cohesive and logical story of human anatomy.

eText Edition: A Personalized Learning Experience

The eText edition of Human Anatomy offers a multifunctional and mobile-optimized reading experience. Students can highlight, take notes, and review key vocabulary all in one place, even when offline. Seamlessly integrated videos and rich media engage students and provide them with the help they need, when they need it. Educators can share their own notes with students, motivating them to keep reading and learning.

Mastering A&P: A Personalized Learning Platform

By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, Mastering A&P personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. This platform enables students to practice, learn, and apply outside of the classroom, and provides educators with a tool to track student progress and identify areas for improvement.

Published by Pearson, the 9th Edition of Human Anatomy is available in hardcover format, consisting of 896 pages. ISBN-10: 0135168058, ISBN-13: 978-0135168059.