Lady Bones: Pieces Dissected From The Body Programme Of The Abc
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
What lies beneath the skin, the muscle, and the myths we carry about the human body? Lady Bones by Earle Hackett presents a witty and illuminating collection of pieces originally dissected — both literally and figuratively — from the celebrated Body Programme of the ABC. Drawing on the rich tradition of accessible science writing, Hackett dismantles complex biological concepts with surgical precision and a refreshingly irreverent hand, guiding the reader through the remarkable architecture of the human form with clarity and charm. Each piece stands as a self-contained meditation on anatomy, physiology, and what it truly means to inhabit a body. Rooted in the tradition of popular science communication, Lady Bones bridges the gap between academic rigour and public curiosity, reflecting the growing appetite in mid-to-late twentieth century Australia for scientifically literate, engaging broadcast content translated into print. Hackett's prose is dry, incisive, and occasionally darkly humorous — the voice of a seasoned scientist who knows that the best way to teach is to first make you laugh. Whether you are a student of biology, a curious layperson, or simply someone who has ever wondered what holds you together, this collection will leave you looking at your own skeleton in an entirely new light.
Author: Earle Hackett
Format: Paperback
Genre: Biology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
What lies beneath the skin, the muscle, and the myths we carry about the human body? Lady Bones by Earle Hackett presents a witty and illuminating collection of pieces originally dissected — both literally and figuratively — from the celebrated Body Programme of the ABC. Drawing on the rich tradition of accessible science writing, Hackett dismantles complex biological concepts with surgical precision and a refreshingly irreverent hand, guiding the reader through the remarkable architecture of the human form with clarity and charm. Each piece stands as a self-contained meditation on anatomy, physiology, and what it truly means to inhabit a body. Rooted in the tradition of popular science communication, Lady Bones bridges the gap between academic rigour and public curiosity, reflecting the growing appetite in mid-to-late twentieth century Australia for scientifically literate, engaging broadcast content translated into print. Hackett's prose is dry, incisive, and occasionally darkly humorous — the voice of a seasoned scientist who knows that the best way to teach is to first make you laugh. Whether you are a student of biology, a curious layperson, or simply someone who has ever wondered what holds you together, this collection will leave you looking at your own skeleton in an entirely new light.