Did you know that there are more nerve cellsin your body than there are stars in the Milky Way? Take a tour of the world'smost incredible living machine: the human body. You're a magnificent mass ofweird and wonderful cells (and smells!) and we're peeling back every layer toshow you what really goes on in your insides.

This visually stunning science guide exploresthe skeletal, muscular and nervous systems, as well as all the vital organs -from the heart to the brain - and the secrets behind how your senses work, plusmuch, much more!

Each volume in the Factology series providesa fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts andhighlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible andentertaining.