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Just another fish story.......2006-03-11
There's a lot of Innsmouth fiction out there. This is not the best.
That having been said, I still think this collection has a lot to recommend itself. First up to bat is "The Weird Shadow Over Innsmouth", written by John Glasby using the notes for the original draft by HPL. I have to admit that I was very excited about this. It's the same story but significantly different, and not necessarily worse. "The Doom that Came to Innsmouth" is a sick little tale about a modern hybrid getting back to his roots. If the reader was sympathetic to Olmstead's character, you will not be towards this anti-hero. Deep Ones have very little respect for our humanity and it shows.
"The Old Ones' Signs" was pretty good until the end; it covers the period when Captain Marsh was still sailing and encountered the Kanakas. The story is told from the perspective of an old Yankee sailor, and the author resists the urge to bequeath him any modern conceits (until the very end). CJ Henderson tells an occult detective tale in "Fleas of the Dragon" - I'm not really a fan of this kind of self-aware story, but he is a well-known author in Mythos circles. "The Idol" by Scott David Aniolowski also appeared in DISCIPLES OF CTHULHU II, Stanley Sargent's "Just a Tad Beyond Innsmouth" appeared in Mythos Online Issue #3, and another story by Sargent "Trust Me" appeared in Mythos Online Issue #2. I was a little disappointed that I had read all of these before. "Day of the Deep Ones" is a bit of satire about Frank Belknap Long and, according to Price, is meant to parody that fan club while mixing in some actual convention occurrences. Much like the similar satire in "The Undercliffe Sentences", if you are not a hyper-fan the humor will be lost on you.
There are 13 stories altogether and only the one using Lovecraft's oringinal draft for the Innsmouth story stood out. The rest are of average quality and are probably worth buying if you are a fan of Innsmouth.
**Incidentally, I think the best Innsmouth fiction is in SHADOWS OVER INNSMOUTH by Del Rey
mostly for the people into pulp.......2003-04-09
that's right. subtle changes, a few details. this can be interesting for a pulp fan, but not much for us whp just like good stories. some stories were almost interesting, but were for different reasons hard to digest (like these supernatural investigators in old detective novel style). some of the stories really lacked suspence. ah, they come by the thousand. get the uzi. no, that's more of a script for an action movie. i like good pulp. this is not agood collection
Ia! Ia! DAGON Y'ha-nthlei !.......2003-02-13
Tales Out of Innsmouth (New Stories of the Children of Dagon), is definitely a book worth adding to your library. Ever since Lovecraft started with his weird stories of cosmic evil, all things "Cthulhu" is now a genre unto itself (also check out "Cthulhu 2000"). In Tales, there are thirteen creepy stories in this edition, compiled and edited by the great Robert Price. My favorite was "The Doom That Came to Innsmouth" by Brian McNaughton. Some of my other favorites were "The Old Ones' Signs", by Pierre Comtois, and of course the "The Weird Shadow Over Innsmouth" that was Lovecraft's original tale rewritten (and pardon the pun, fleshed out), by John S. Glasby. All the stories are written in a fresh new voice with thrilling realism. A must must buy! Also check out the video "Dagon" made by the director of "Re-animator," Stuart Gordon. Ia! Ia!
suprisingly good........2000-04-17
I really like short stories. In fact, I absolutely love short stories. I love horror, I love fantasy, and there's a really good reason that every book I've ever reviewed has been an anthology collection of horror or fantasy short stories.
Sadly, 'Tales out of Innsmouth' was not a book that I thought that I would get into. I decided to give it a chance, but things didn't look good from the outset. I've played CoC for years, I've gobbled down every book on, by, or about Lovecraft that I could lay my hands on, I know most of the Old Ones on a first name basis, and quite frankly, the Deep Ones, Dagon's hideous children and the inhabitants of shadowed Innsmouth have never seemed to do to much for me.
Until now.
From editor Robert M. Price's masterful introductory essay "The One That Got Away", 'Tales out of Innsmouth' is just one pleasant surprise after another. Every tale and short story in the book is a unique and intriguing look at some facet of the Deep Ones - the whole book is an experience in redefining one of the best known critters in Lovecraft's universe.
The most intriguing part of the book, in my opinion, is John Glasby's reworking of Lovecraft's original notes for the story that would introduce the Deep One's to his mythos. Entitled "The Weird Shadow Over Innsmouth", this strange take on Lovecraft's vision shows what could have been, and is lots of fun for a faithful reader of Lovecraft's work who may feel like they've read it all.
Other stories, particularly Gregory Luce's cinematic "The Deep End", Scott David Aniolowski's unique take on "The Idol", Brian McNaughton's horrific "The Doom that Came to Innsmouth", and the hilarious "It Was The Day of the Deep One" by Peter H. Cannon, make this book well worth a look. Players and Keeprs alike who want to add a new dimension to their Call of Cthulhu games with more fleshed out Deep Ones should invest in this book, and even folks who just dig a good horror story will undoubtedly find a lot to love about this book. Lovecraft would be proud.
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TALES OUT OF INNSMOUTH - NEW STORIES OF THE CHILDREN OF DAGON
Robert (editor) Scott Aniolowski, Peter Cannon, Pierre Comtois, John Glasby, C.J. Henderson, H.P. Lovecraft, Gregory Luce, Brian McNaughton, Gary Myers, Stanley C. Sargent, Ann Schwader & Franklyn Searight. Price
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This atlas includes full-color photographs of actual cadaver dissections instead of idealized illustrations, to accurately and realistically represent anatomical structures. Often used by students as an alternative or supplement to their lab experience, and as an introduction to exactly what they should see before they dissect, as well as a study aid before practical/identification exams.
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Good but need compliment atlas.......2007-08-10
the atlas is good and descriptive. It is helpful and detailed for clinical use. For learning though there are better atlas, like the netter atlas. this is not to say that this atlas is bad. If this atlas is used in compliment to the netter atlas, learning is easier.
Not Perfect but Essential.......2007-03-09
This atlas of anatomy is an excellent addition to your anatomy textbooks. You get actual cadaver photos instead of stylized drawings of the 'typical' human. This atlas cannot be used without an accompanying textbook such as a Grey's Anatomy, but this can really make a difference for a practical. If people damage bodies and you cannot find the structure, this atlas allows you to pinpoint it with accuracy. It does have a few omissions here and there, but compared to the other atlases, this is much better.
Plentiful, clear photos and outstanding organization.......2007-02-14
I too, return to this atlas for the photo-realism. I especially appreciated the colored cranial bones (just like my favorite real model in class), colored bronchopulmonary segments of the lungs, and colored differentiation of the brain lobes. The photos of the skull break apart each individual bone into multiple angle views and pieces to expose you to all the hidden landmarks. They're also a good test of spacial recognition of the same landmark from multiple views and layers. Other photo atlases just don't have this breath and depth AND the photos in this one are the clearest I've seen. Most are shot on a black background for utmost contrast and clarity. The cadaver disections are clearly defined and distinctly detailed. Pencil sketches which further clarify the photos, are in black and white, using color only to highlight the featured system or organ, which is a different approach from Netter's.
Essential supplement for gross anatomy.......2007-01-06
I used this book along with Netter's atlas for my gross anatomy course in med school. However I found myself referring to Rohen far and away more often than Netter's. Because Rohen has actual photographs of cadavers it is VERY useful for studying for anatomy PRACTICAL EXAMS. What you see in Rohen is what you will see on your cadaver, whereas Netter's is pretty to look at but not at all realistic. Highly recommended!
Essential Atlas for Gross Anatomy.......2006-10-07
Although Netter's classic drawings are helpful in understanding the layout of human body systems, I find that this 6th Edition of Rohen is outstanding due to the excellent photography of professionally-dissected cadavers. It is much easier to identify complex structures on real cadavers in a Gross Anatomy lab using this reference; moreover, it is helpful as a tool to study when the cadaver lab is not open. Real bodies are much more difficult to analyze than idealized drawings--with this book, you can review before a laboratory excercise and have a more realistic expectation of what you are going to actually see.
People generally have different tastes in the types of atlases that they prefer to use, but I think that this one covers everything you would want to see.
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Color Atlas of Anatomy: A Photographic Study of the Human Body
Johannes W Rohen ,
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ASIN: 0781731941 |
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The on-going core of this atlas is its standard of realistic illustrations that portray anatomical relationships. Photographs of actual cadaver dissections along with numerous schematic drawings aid the student in anatomic orientation. Chapters are organized by region, in order of a typical dissection. Each chapter contains two sections: a description and illustration of organs, and a depiction of those organs within the regional anatomy. New to this edition is an increase of MRI pictures, approximately 30 schematic drawings made even more precise, and an updated text where appropriate. A Brandon-Hill recommended title.
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A must for anatomy.......2007-10-03
I consider this book to be a must for any anatomy student. The pictures are exactly what you will see when you enter the lab.
love this book.......2007-03-28
In case it isn't clear from the description or title, this is an anatomy atlas made up of photos of actual human bodies. I don't know why we didn't have this in A&P. Fascinating, and a nicely produced book as well.
GREAT BOOK, EVEN GREATER IF YOU OWN ONE!!!!!!!!!.......2006-03-26
AM A SECOND YEAR STUDENT OF ANATOMY, AND AM GOING INTO THE RADIOGRAPHER TECH PROGRAM AT MY SHCOOL I JUST BOUGHT THIS BOOK AFTER SEEING IT, AFTER SOMEONE BOUGHT IT. SO I ORDERED MY OWN COPY, AND AM TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY BY THE PERCISION OF THE BOOKS DETAIL ON EVERY SINGLE PHOTOGRAPH. I THINK THIS WILL BE A DEFINATE KEEPER, AND IF YOU ARE LOOKING AT THE PRICE WITH A SIGH, DON'T JUST GET IT AND ENJOY!~
Also recommended: ALSO STRONGLY RECOMMEND THE COLOR ATLAS OF HUMAN ANATOMY by Wolf-Heidegger!!!!!!!!
Two sided ..........2006-03-25
My opinion about this book is a bit two sided and that's why:
I bought this one for my first year medical anatomy course and was a little mystified by it, at least at the beginning. I couldn't really understand what is going on in the corpse and as I looked into this book the sight was "cleaner" but similar. Naturally I put it away for a while and used Netter which was excellent.
A while after I became familiar with gross anatomical structures I opened it again, and only then I undestood what is going on inside, and only then I understood how great this book is!
Especially nice and logical where the drawings and explanations included.
Thus, my conclusion is that this book can be a great find for a student who has already taken the course, for a review or other purpose, but for a true beginner in this field it is almost the same as looking at the body.
In my opinion, to make an Atlas understandable for the beginner, it must NOT be real but must present the human body as seen through the eyes of the student. This job is perfectly done by Netter.
A great anatomy text.......2005-09-29
I agree completely with the review by Gerald J. Nora. The book is first rate and does a fantastic job of showing the "real" anatomy as opposed to drawings where the artist takes some liberties. The text begins simple and builds upon it. The only down side is that the labels are not ordered in a top down fashion. For example, the labels may be: 3, 2, 4, 8, 7, 6, 5 which can be confusing. Overall the book is highly recommended as a reference to a traditional anatomy text.
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Sectional and Mri Anatomy of the Human Body: A Photographic Atlas
Slobodan Marinkovich ,
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Offering a solid scientific presentation of the principles of human structure and function,
A Photographic Atlas of the Human Body, 2
nd Edition is the ideal aid for the study of human anatomy and physiology. This spiral-bound atlas provides high quality imagery that can be used in the classroom, laboratory, or for study and review. The aid is the result of continually evolving efforts of the author to develop an outstanding tool with quality imagery and innovative pedagogical features that promote understanding. The product of years of teaching experience, this atlas consists of 16 units, 12 of which cover the body systems and the other 4 cover anatomical orientation, histology, surface anatomy, and developmental biology.
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Get a REAL atlas.......2006-03-10
If you have the Tortora book, then you do not need this atlas. I would highly, highly recommend that you do not waste money on this atlas. Spend a few more dollars and get a copy of the Netter's atlas for students. Trying to use this atlas in my human anatomy lab/class (intro) has been nothing but annoying. Many important landmarks are overlooked and I have repeatedly had to refer to Netter's to figure out where landmarks are. Avoid this atlas and save your money and frustration.
Good complement for any Osteology class and affordable.......2005-10-14
This book is a very good companion if you are using osteology blocks with pictures in black and white. Is just 32 pages and the information is limited, however the pictures are great and allow you to see the little details that escape from black and white photos in other books. Did I mention the price? Is very affordable for struggling students like me.
A Must for any Pre-med and Med student.......2004-10-04
I'm a pre-med student, and when I first heard about this book from my professor, I was a bit skeptical that it would help me or anyone that wasn't already in med school. But when I got it, it was clear and easy to follow. The pictures weren't some badly drawn figurines, or a mess of grey, unidentifiable body parts, they were real photographs of the skeleton which were, thank goodness!, easy on the eyes. I might not be in med school yet, but I'm making sure I have this book with me. As a revision and reference book, this one is the greatest!
Book Description
A dramatic pictorial tour.
The desire to see and understand the inner workings of our bodies starts at an early age. The curiosity to glimpse what happens inside the body's systems, organs and even the brain is a continuing scientific quest.
The magnificent illustrations in
Photographic Atlas of the Body are created by imaging technologies and the latest scientific methods. Dramatic close-up photography of human anatomy is combined with clear, descriptive text to explain the human body's functions and inner workings.
The images of
Photographic Atlas of the Body are organized in five major sections:
- Imaging Techniques
- Cells
- Biological systems
- Tissues
- Brain and Senses.
Each section opens with a clearly written introductory essay. Vivid, full-page images follow, each with a simple pictogram identifying the location and concise captions explaining the body part's function and significance.
Sixteen types of imaging instruments and techniques are explained including:
- X-ray and radioactive (Barium meal)
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Each of these methods creates a unique portrait of the unseen world within each of us.
Photographic Atlas of the Body is a valuable guide to, and reference for, the internal workings of the body.
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Humbling .......2005-02-11
Hold your arm out in front of you and flex it. Watch the muscles beneath your skin go to work, maybe place your hand in front of your eyes as close as you can get and view the interlaced layers of dead skin cells that keep your guts from spilling out, but can you really see what's going on?
Frood has crafted an incredible and awe inspiring view of the baffling intricacy present in every function of our body. You'll be amazed at how easily the line between science and art is blurred away to nothing as your eyes gaze upon the astounding full color photographs of various cells and other structures.
This is the kind of book that starts the best conversations, just leave it out and guests will invariably be huddled over it before long to glance at every page. It satisfies curiousities present in every person.
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Photographic Atlas of the Human Body
Branislav Vidic , and
Faustino R. Suarez
Manufacturer: Mosby-Year Book
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Great Anatomy Atlas.......2000-05-28
The dissections of the cadavers in this atlas are fantastic. The photographs are then sketched, and the particulars clearly labeled. I have many anatomy books, and this one is one of the better ones. I will be using this book in my gross anatomy classes, and in teaching anatomy to university and high school students.
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Endorsed by the Canadian Federation of Medical Students (CFMS), Fédération des étudiants et des étudiantes en médecine du Canada (FEMC) This atlas includes full-color photographs of actual cadaver dissections instead of idealized illustrations, to accurately and realistically represent anatomical structures. Often used by students as an alternative or supplement to their lab experience, and as an introduction to exactly what they should see before they dissect, as well as a study aid before practical/identification exams.
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A Photographic Atlas of the Human Body with Selected Cat, Sheep, and Cow Dissections
Gerard J. Tortora
Manufacturer: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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