Book excerpt: This new volume of the Biopsy Interpretation Series is a practical, superbly illustrated guide to interpreting biopsies of the upper aerodigestive tract and ear. The book describes and illustrates the distinguishing features of the wide array of neoplasms and non-neoplastic entities arising in the varied tissues of the head and neck region. The authors address the biopsy interpretation problems confronting pathologists in daily practice. The book contains 400 full-color illustrations. A companion online image bank will provide 800 full-color images of common and rare entities, plus a test bank that is ideal for board exam preparation.