A Practical Physiology: A Text-Book for Higher Schools

This textbook opens with a lively invitation to explore the living machine that is our own body, emphasizing that physiology is the study of ourselves. It balances clear explanations of basic anatomy with concise discussions of how each organ works, showing students why bones, muscles, and nerves matter beyond memorized facts. Throughout, the author ties scientific detail to everyday health choices, helping readers see the practical link between diet, exercise, and well‑being.

To turn theory into experience, the book includes a series of simple, low‑cost experiments that can be done in a classroom or at home, reinforcing concepts from circulation to respiration. Chapters cover the major systems—skeletal, muscular, digestive, circulatory, respiratory, integumentary, nervous, and the special senses—always with an eye toward personal hygiene and the effects of substances like alcohol and tobacco. Written in straightforward language, it serves both teachers and motivated students looking for a solid, hands‑on foundation in human physiology.