Uncovering the frame of the human body, this text takes a close look at the tissues that keep us up and about. It explains the structure of the skeleton and the mechanics of movement. It also examines the importance of involuntary muscles in the smooth working of the human body. The book is part of the "Science for Beginners" series which aims to give clear, simple explanations backed up by diagrams, photographs and comic-strip cartoons.

 

This book was recognised by the Rhone Poulenc Science Books Award.

This book is part of a book series called Usborne Science For Beginners .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 1997 by Usborne Publishing Ltd .

This book has the following chapters: Your skeleton; skeletal muscles; joints; moving parts; looking inside; your heart; body batteries; strength and sports; involuntary muscles; muscle talk; growing; broken bones; muscle trouble; prehistoric bones; amazing facts.