Essential Reproduction provides an accessible account of the fundamentals of reproduction within the context of cutting-edge knowledge and examples of its application. The eighth edition of this internationally best-selling title provides a multidisciplinary approach integrating anatomy, physiology, genetics, behaviour, biochemistry, molecular biology and clinical science, to give thorough coverage of the study of mammalian reproduction. Key features: Contains discussion of the latest on conceptual, informational and applied aspects of reproductionNew pedagogical features such as clinical case studies at the end of each chapterBetter use of boxed material to improve separation of narrative text from ancillary informationHighlighted key words for ease of reference relate to summary of key pointsIntroduction now split into two sectionsExpanded content in Fetal challenges, and Society and reproductionSubstantial rearrangement and updating in Making sperm, Controlling fertility, and Restoring fertility