This market leading human biology text emphasizes the relationships of humans to other living things. Human Biology remains user friendly; relevancy and pedagogy are among its strengths. In this edition, as in previous editions, each chapter presents the topic clearly and distinctly so that students will feel capable of achieving an adult level of understanding. Detailed, high-level scientific data and terminology are not included because Dr. Mader believes that true knowledge consists of working concepts rather than technical facility..

"Through his teaching, his textbook, and his online blog, Michael D. Johnson sparks interest by connecting basic biology to real-world issues relevant to your life. Through a storytelling approach ad extensive online support, Human Biology : Concepts and Current Issues, Seventh edition not only demysitfies how the human body works but drives you to become a better, more discerning consumer of health and science related information." --

Known for its unique “Special Topic” chapters and emphasis on everyday health concerns, theFifth Edition of Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issuescontinues to personalize the study of human biology with a conversational writing style, stunning art, abundant applications, and tools to help you develop critical-thinking skills. The authors give you a practical and friendly introduction for understanding how their bodies work and for preparing them to navigate today's world of rapidly expanding—and shifting—health information. Each chapter now opens with new “Did You Know?” questions that pique your interest with intriguing and little-known facts about the topic that follows. The Fifth Edition also features a new “Special Topic” chapter (1a) titled “Becoming a Patient: A Major Decision,” which discusses how to select a doctor and/or a hospital, how to research health conditions, and more.

Mader includes revised coverage of animal behaviour and ecology as well as a wealth of new focus boxes which highlight topics of high interest and relate biology to everyday life. This text is linked to a web site offering extended chapter outlines.