The Body: A Guide for Occupants

The Body: A Guide for Occupants by bestselling author Bill Bryson takes readers on a fascinating head-to-toe tour of the human body. From how our organs and systems work to the body's remarkable ability to heal itself, Bryson combines science, surprising facts, and entertaining anecdotes to explain the biology behind everyday life. Along the way, he explores the discoveries, medical advances, and people who have helped us understand how our bodies function.

Why You’ll Love This:

• Explores the major organs and systems that keep the human body working

• Explains how the body grows, repairs itself, and responds to illness

• Shares surprising facts about human biology and everyday bodily functions

• Introduces the scientists, researchers, and medical discoveries that shaped our understanding of the body

• Combines accessible science with Bill Bryson’s engaging storytelling and humor

Discover the remarkable science happening inside you, one system at a time.