“Talk about mad genius—from conception to execution…this anatomy book is as engrossing as any science
fiction.”
--Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“If you're looking for a good anatomy book for your kids, I highly recommend this one.”
--Wired magazine’s GeekDad blog
Richard Walker, BSc, PhD, is editorial consultant and author of DK's Encyclopedia of the Human Body.
Trained originally as a zoologist, Richard now holds a PhD in physiology and biochemistry. He has taught both
secondary school and university students, and now enjoys a successful career as a writer and consultant. Among his
human biology books for DK are the Guide to the Human Body, 3D Eyewitness Human Body, Visual Dictionary of
Human Anatomy, and Brian and Body in the Megabites series.
Awards and Notable lists:
Outstanding Science Trade Books for 2009 (Chosen by CBC and NSTA)
Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award in Nonfiction category (2008)
2010 Teachers' Choice Award for the Classroom
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