Publication

2012 - The University of Chicago Press, Chicago, Illinois

Language

English

Word Count

108,000 words, Guess

Page Count

432 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Better World Books9780226748559
  • Better World BooksW8-BTA-336
  • Open LibraryOL25053992M

Classifications

  • DDC560.9
  • LCCQE719.8 .S47 2012
  • LCCQE719.8.S47 2012

Description

The title provides a historical account of the origin, rise, and importance of paleobiology. Drawing on a wealth of archival material, Sepkoski shows how the movement was promoted by an influential group of paleontologists and examines the intellectual, disciplinary, and political dynamics involved in the ascendancy of paleobiology.

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