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"A scientific journey to the center of the new female body. The Latin term for the female genitalia, pudendum, means "parts for which you should be ashamed." Until 1651, ovaries were called female testicles. The fallopian tubes are named for a man. Named, claimed, and shamed: Welcome to the story of the female body, as penned by men. Today, a new generation of (mostly) women scientists is finally redrawing the map. With modern tools and fresh perspectives,...
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Bantam Books
Language
English
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"Emphasizing the body's innate wisdom and ability to heal, Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom covers the entire range of women's health--from the first menstrual period through menopause. It includes updated information on pregnancy, labor, and birth, sexuality, nutrition, hormone replacement therapy, treating fibroids, avoiding hysterectomy, and maintaining breast and menstrual health. Fully revised and updated to include the very latest treatment innovations...
Publisher
World Book
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to the endocrine and reproductive systems of the human body, and human development in general--one of six volumes in a set titled WORLD BOOK'S HUMAN BODY WORKS. Includes illustrations, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
Britannica Educational Pub., in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
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This comprehensive narrative details both the biological process of procreation and the often divisive debates on how best to approach matters related to the human body. --from publisher description
Publisher
Transgress Press
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"This pioneering anthology released by Transgress Press is the first of its kind, presenting raw, unadulterated testimonies of transsexual men's experiences of sex reassignment surgery. The collection offers a comprehensive understanding of why transsexual men choose genital surgery and its transformative impact on their lives. Hung Jury has widespread appeal, catching the attention and interests of a wide and diverse readership looking to understand...
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Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
When does puberty begin and what are its effects? How are genes passed from one generation to the next? What can STDs affect the reproductive system? Investigate the miracles of the human body with Body Focus. Find out about the body parts and systems that enable us to eat, run, jump, think, and feel? Discover what sorts of things can go wrong with our bodies, from common illnesses to more unusual problems. The Reproductive System explores the the...
