Steve's book is a fantastic insight into drawing the human figure. Intelligent and realistic in approach, Steve is very clear that success only follows work and practice. This is no 'quick fix' book. It is a valuable teaching assistant but you have to apply tourself to what he discusses. He offers ways to create form and line but encourages an individual approach to method and his narrative, taking us through each area of the body with detailed study while constantly referring to the form as a whole, has really helped me improve my observation and interpretation during life drawing. I very much recommend this book if you are looking to improve your life drawing skills.