Synopsis
"The beautiful illustrations and accessible text make this an excellent introduction to evolution and paleontology." -- Booklist
This book tells the complete story of evolution from the beginning of time to the present, as revealed in the Cradle of Humankind and the Magaliesberg Biosphere: a chronology of episodes experienced in the region over geological and historic time. All the main phenomena in the Cradle region are presented and described by name and time period, giving detailed explanations: how they were discovered, when and by whom, their significance in the bigger picture, where examples can be found and seen in or around the Cradle, and further reading on the phenomena. The book is supported throughout with maps, timeline charts and multiple photographs and illustrations. In addition, there are six 'interludes' - important topics that don't fit the chronology but are useful to our greater understanding of events, as well as text boxes giving short factual accounts relevant to the story. Beautifully presented and richly illustrated, this is the definitive guide to the Cradle of Life as we know it today.
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À propos de l?auteur
Vincent Carruthers is a well-known environmentalist, who has written and contributed to a range of highly regarded publications, including Wildlife of Southern Africa, Frogs & Frogging in Southern Africa and Frogs of Southern Africa: a Complete Guide, published by Struik Nature. He serves on the board of a number of environmental organisations and runs a management consultancy. In 1989 he was awarded the prestigious Stevenson-Hamilton Medal by the Zoological Society of Southern Africa for his contribution as an amateur zoologist.
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Cradle of Life : The Story of the Magaliesberg and the Cradle of Humankind
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Penguin Random House South Africa, 2020
ISBN 10 : 1775845974
ISBN 13 : 9781775845973
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Cradle of Life: The Story of the Magaliesberg and the Cradle of Humankind
Edité par
Penguin Random House South Africa, 2019
ISBN 10 : 1775845974
ISBN 13 : 9781775845973
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Cradle of Life: Evolution of Life and Landscape in the Cradle of Humankind and Magaliesberg Biosphere
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Penguin Random House South Africa, South Africa, 2019
ISBN 10 : 1775845974
ISBN 13 : 9781775845973
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Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site situated in the heart of the Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve is the jewel in South Africas evolutionary crown: an area of outstanding universal value, it has attracted world-wide interest and furnished key evidence about where, when and how we came to be. The greater Magaliesberg area is peppered with some 200 caves and has a unique geology, history and biodiversity. For decades now, specialists have been combing the area to uncover evidence of our heritage. In his spectacular new title, Vincent Carruthers guides readers along a timeline, from the birth of our planet through to developments of the twenty first century. Along the way he documents the formation of our landscapes and the emergence of life, the rise of hominins, the stone and iron ages, early settlement, migrations, wars and modern developments in the Magaliesberg the entire evolution of life up to the present, as we know it. Vividly illustrated with photographs, maps and diagrams, Cradle of Life portrays the intrigue and importance of the site, taking readers on a magical journey of discovery. Sales points: Authoritative handling of a complex topic; lavishly illustrated with colourful photos and diagrams; chronological detailing of key events from the beginning of time up to the modern age; accessible and appealing to a wide range of users, from visitors to students, enthusiasts and academics. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR013441918
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Cradle of Life: The Story of the Magaliesberg and the Cradle of Humankind
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Struik Nature, 2019
ISBN 10 : 1775845974
ISBN 13 : 9781775845973
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Softcover
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Softcover. Etat : Good. No Jacket. Signed by the author, in ink, on the title page. The wraps are shelf rubbed with light creasing along the edges. The binding is secure. Light browning along the edges of the pages, not affecting text. There are no other ink inscriptions or annotations. Extra postage required unless posted within South Africa. JHK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services. Signed. N° de réf. du vendeur j40ja
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