Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach - Couverture souple

Cox, C. Barry; Moore, Peter D.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0470637943 ISBN 13 : 9780470637944

Editeur : John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2010

Synopsis

Through seven successful editions, and over nearly 40 years, Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach has provided a thorough and comprehensive exploration of the varied scientific disciplines and research that are essential to understanding the subject. The text has been praised  for its solid background in historical biogeography and basic biology, that is enhanced and illuminated by discussions of current research.

This new edition incorporates the exciting changes of the recent years, and presents a thoughtful exploration of the research and controversies that have transformed our understanding of the biogeography of the world.

It also clearly identifies the three quite different arenas of biogeographical research: continental biogeography, island biogeography and marine biogeography. It is the only current textbook with full coverage of marine biogeography.

It reveals how the patterns of life that we see today have been created by the two great Engines of the Planet - the Geological Engine, plate tectonics, which alters the conditions of  life on the planet, and the Biological Engine, evolution, which responds to these changes by creating new forms and patterns of life.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Biologists searching for a resource that explores all of the exciting changes that have occurred recently in the field will turn to this eighth edition. It offers insight into the multidisciplinary nature of the field, presenting a sound historical base, up–to–date coverage, and a look at the latest controversies. The authors evaluate conflicting theories and provide a reasoned judgment as to which is preferable. In a new chapter the authors examine marine biogeography, so that biologists can compare and analyse the data, patterns and problems arising from continental, marine and island biogeography.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0470637943
• ISBN 13: 9780470637944
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 520
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible