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An Alternative Anatomy

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A profound and provocative journey through the human body.

‘Gripping…bold, humane’ Guardian

‘Sings from the page’ Rachel Clarke, author of THE STORY OF A HEART

For Gabriel Weston, there was always something missing from the anatomy she was taught at medical school. As she became a surgeon, a mother, and ultimately a patient herself, she found herself grappling with the gap between the body she understood as a doctor, and the reality of living in one.

In this captivating exploration of our bodily organs, a fuller and more human picture of our bodies emerges: more fragile, frightening and miraculous than we could have imagined.

‘An exceptional, absorbing tour of human life and bodies’
Chris van Tulleken, author of ULTRA-PROCESSED PEOPLE

‘Filled with fascinating facts’ Daily Telegraph

‘A pitch-perfect book’ Christie Watson, author of THE LANGUAGE OF KINDNESS

‘A book of wonder’ Sarah Moss, author of SUMMERWATER

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    Alive

    Posted by Patricia Lambert on 7th Apr 2025

    An autopsy of the living body rsvealing the hidden beauty and complexity of our bodies.

Authors:
Weston, Gabriel
Year Published:
2025
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Format:
Hardback
ISBN:
9781787330603
Number of Pages:
304
Publication Date:
06/03/2025
Publisher:
Vintage Publishing
Language:
English
Place of Publication:
London
SKU:
9781787330603

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