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This beautifully illustrated book-with over 900 full colour, hand-drawn images-explores the world of human movement using an innovative and engaging approach to bring mobility and stability to life.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction.
2. The Essentials of Movement
3. Connective Tissue, Part 1.
4. Connective Tissue, Part 2.
5. Joints, Part 1.
6. Joints, Part 2.
7. Muscles, Part 1.
8. Muscles, Part 2.
9. Muscles, Part 3.
10. Nerves, Part 1.
11. Nerves, Part 2.
12. Biomechanics, Part 1.
13. Biomechanics, Part 2.
14. Posture.
15. Gait.

About the Author

With an enthusiast’s outlook, a pioneer’s hunger and instructor’s unique perspective, Andrew Biel founded Books of Discovery in 1997. He is the author of TRAIL GUIDE TO THE BODY and TRAIL GUIDE TO MOVEMENT and an expert in palpatory anatomy. He has served on the faculties of Boulder College of Massage Therapy, Seattle Massage School and has taught Cadaver Studies for Bodyworkers at Bastyr University.

In 2011 Andrew received the Massage Therapy Foundation’s Humanitarian Award for his dedication to advancing the massage therapy profession.

Andrew lives outside of Port Townsend, Washington, with his family -- Lyn, Grace and Elias.