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Essential Reproduction (Essentials) 8th Edition, Kindle Edition

by Martin H. Johnson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 24 ratings
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Essential Reproduction provides an accessible account of the fundamentals of reproduction within the context of cutting-edge knowledge and examples of its application. The eighth edition of this internationally best-selling title provides a multidisciplinary approach integrating anatomy, physiology, genetics, behaviour, biochemistry, molecular biology and clinical science, to give thorough coverage of the study of mammalian reproduction.

Key features:

  • Contains discussion of the latest on conceptual, informational and applied aspects of reproduction
  • New pedagogical features such as clinical case studies at the end of each chapter
  • Better use of boxed material to improve separation of narrative text from ancillary information
  • Highlighted key words for ease of reference relate to summary of key points
  • Introduction now split into two sections
  • Expanded content in Fetal challenges, and Society and reproduction
  • Substantial rearrangement and updating in Making sperm, Controlling fertility, and Restoring fertility
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  1. ISBN-13
    978-1119246398
  2. Edition
    8th
  3. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  4. Publisher
    Wiley-Blackwell
  5. Publication date
    January 12, 2018
  6. Language
    English
  7. File size
    121431 KB
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From the Inside Flap

Essential Reproduction provides an accessible account of the fundamentals of reproduction within the context of cutting-edge knowledge and examples of its application. The eighth edition of this internationally best-selling title provides a multidisciplinary approach integrating anatomy, physiology, genetics, behaviour, biochemistry, molecular biology and clinical science, to give thorough coverage of the study of mammalian reproduction.

Key features:

  • Contains discussion of the latest on conceptual, informational and applied aspects of reproduction
  • New pedagogical features such as clinical case studies at the end of each chapter
  • Better use of boxed material to improve separation of narrative text from ancillary information.
  • Highlighted key words for ease of reference relate to summary of key point
  • Introduction now split into two sections
  • Expanded content in Fetal challenges and Society and reproduction chapters
  • Substantial rearrangement and updating in Making sperm, Controlling fertility and Restoring fertility chapters

From the Back Cover

Essential Reproduction provides an accessible account of the fundamentals of reproduction within the context of cutting-edge knowledge and examples of its application. The eighth edition of this internationally best-selling title provides a multidisciplinary approach integrating anatomy, physiology, genetics, behaviour, biochemistry, molecular biology and clinical science, to give thorough coverage of the study of mammalian reproduction.

Key features:

  • Contains discussion of the latest on conceptual, informational and applied aspects of reproduction
  • New pedagogical features such as clinical case studies at the end of each chapter
  • Better use of boxed material to improve separation of narrative text from ancillary information.
  • Highlighted key words for ease of reference relate to summary of key point
  • Introduction now split into two sections
  • Expanded content in Fetal challenges and Society and reproduction chapters
  • Substantial rearrangement and updating in Making sperm, Controlling fertility and Restoring fertility chapters

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B078ZN36NS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley-Blackwell; 8th edition (January 12, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 12, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 121431 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Up to 3 simultaneous devices, per publisher limits
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 408 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 24 ratings

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
24 global ratings

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Karrie
3.0 out of 5 stars It was okay.
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2021
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It had very small print and definitely wasn't an easy read, even for a textbook. Much heavier in the male parts of reproduction, but it wasn't written by and old man so it makes sense. But it gets the job done.
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Alessi Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential Reproduction - Martin H Johnson - Brilliant Resource Book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 14, 2018
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This is one heck of a good text book. Teenage son studying biology so reading this has really given him lots of help towards his school work and revision for exams. Yes he did admit its way over his head at times but hopefully not so much so come A level time. Loads of good quality easy to read diagrams and the text is clear and again easy to read. Also read a few chapters myself regrading female reproduction and found yes it answered some questions regarding hormones etc really well. A brilliant resource book to have in.
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Marco
4.0 out of 5 stars There have been many advances since the 7th edition
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 2, 2018
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HEAVY
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This is a thick, heavy soft cover text book, weighing nearly 1.2 kg.

8th EDITION
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There have been many advances in the understanding of reproductive processes in humans since the 7th edition. For reasons including development of live imaging techniques. There's less reliance on extrapolation from other mammals to humans.
The author says there have been "truly spectacular" advances in medical research on reproduction.

WEBSITE
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There is a companion website "EssentialReproduction", which has all the diagrams from the book and clinical vignettes and MCQs.

DIAGRAMS
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The diagrams are clear, the text is relevant and well explained.

COLOUR
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This is a glossy book.
There are full culture diagrams, drawings and flowcharts throughout.

OVERWHELMING
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Some people may be happier sticking to a general Obstetrics and gynecology textbook; it might be too difficult to wade through.

SUMMARIES
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There is a good summary of points at the end of each chapter. The subtitles usually offer a key point or interesting fact. The set-up is also clear.

ESSENTIALS?
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The book seems to go well beyond just essentials. On one hand, you're getting a lot for your money. On the other hand, it's very heavy going (through there are lots of subheadings and sections to break up the content.
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