Body by... a data homunculus
source: Information is Beautiful book by David McCandless https://geni.us/IIB-IIB
A minimal human figure diagram titled "google hits" showing internal organs in white, red, and navy blue colors. The figure features an enlarged eye, anatomical heart, and other organs in a simple outline style. Source cited as "Google" by Information Is Beautiful.
A diagram showing calorie usage by different body parts during rest, with percentages labeled on a simplified human figure. Brain uses 19% (240 calories/day), heart 7%, arms 10%, kidneys 10%, and legs 15%. Source cited as "Wikipedia, resting human."
An illustration showing estimated insurance payouts for different body parts, with monetary values labeled on a simplified human figure. Brain ($75,000), ears ($20,000), eyes ($200,000 each), heart ($37,000), kidneys (red), arms ($25,000), hands ($20,000), legs ($75,000), and feet ($1,500) are marked. Source cited as "various AD&D policies, averages."
A cartoon illustration of a simplified human body showing internal organs, and body parts sized by nerve endings. The figure has an enlarged head with exaggerated lips, a brain, stomach, intestines, and heart visible. The body is drawn in a minimalist style with pink and gray colors, labeled "Body By..." at the top.
@infobeautiful This post did it! I had to buy the book.
Now I have to get the 1st book, and ALL your new books! Also, I have to put you in your own list--so I don't miss a post.
Thank you, David, for the GOOD news!