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This classic Usborne book has been enjoyed by three generations since its first publication in 1975. It has now been completely reillustrated by the original artist, Colin King, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Usborne Publishing. Anyone who remembers this book from their own childhood will love to introduce a new generation to this unique visual explanation of how the human body works. Those previously unfamilar with it are in for a treat. Covers all the basics of human biology in a fun and informative way.
Since studying at the Royal College of Art, Colin has enjoyed a long career as an artist and illustrator, mainly working from Norfolk. He has illustrated countless books for Usborne Publishing that have had international success, from the original Spy's Guidebook to the best-selling See inside Your Body.
[This] book gives an excellent coverage - all that KS2 pupils need to support their study of the human body for the science curriculum.
Parents in Touch
A fascinating and engaging subject for curious kids and a timely reprint of a really brilliant book.
ReadItDaddy blog
Nearly 20 years after I put the original in my loft, and having studied Biology at university, I still think of my brain as a little call centre with people barking orders down the phone to my arms and legs.