Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
Author: Mary Roach
Illustrator: Mary Roach
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Date: 2003
Ages: Young Adults and Adults
Topics: nonfiction, science, forensics, dissection, cadavers, autopsy, surgery, death
Summary: A mix of hard science and silly situations makes this book an unforgettable work of nonfiction. From practicing cosmetic surgery to exploring the world of "test dummies," this book is an excellent example of the kind of book that will draw young adults into the world of science.
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