Biogeography

Description

"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 analyze the data, patterns and problems arising from continental, marine and island biogeography"--

Description

"The latest edition of this highly successful textbook has been completely revised and updated to include the latest developments in biogeography. It offers excellent insight into the multidisciplinary nature of biogeography, providing the student with a sound historical base, up to date factual content and a clear explanation of current controversies."--Jacket.

First Sentence

There is one thing that we all have in common: we all share the same planet.

Subjects

Other Editions

• Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary ApproachPaperbackBlackwell Publishing Limited2005-02-01
• BiogeographyBlackwell Scientific1973-01-01
• Cox BiogeographyJohn Wiley & Sons Inc1975-03-13
• BiogeographyBlackwell Scientific1976-01-01
• BiogeographyBlackwell1976-01-01
• BiogeographyWiley1976-01-01