* Textbook of Basic Histology (1978)
* Functional Anatomy (1982)
* Developmental Anatomy (1986)
* Basic Embryology (1989)
* A History of Science in Brazil (1992)
* Human Embryology (1997)
* Neuroscience (2001)
* The Human Body: A Comprehensive Guide to Anatomy, Physiology and Health (2005)
* The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Human Anatomy and Physiology (2008)
* The Complete Encyclopedia of Human Anatomy (2011)
In addition to his scientific work, Ferreira has also written several popular science books, including:
* The Secrets of the Human Body (1994)
* The Wonders of the Human Body (1996)
* The Mysteries of the Human Mind (1998)
* The Enigma of Life (2000)
Ferreira's work has been translated into more than 20 languages and has been used as a textbook in medical schools around the world. He is considered to be one of the most influential figures in the field of anatomy and histology.