Nothing escapes his X-ray lens as he reveals the intricacy of everyday objects, animals, plants, machinery and people.

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He often collaborates with scientists and radiographers. One image had to be put through an airport baggage scanner and the process can take weeks or months.

But the results – such as the image here – are breathtaking.

X-Ray: See Through the World Around You
By Nick Veasey
Goodman (an imprint of Carlton Books), £25