Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach

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John Wiley & Sons, May 10, 2010 - Science - 506 pages
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.

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Contents

HISTORICAL BIOGEOGRAPHY
5
Patterns of Distribution
37
Communities and Ecosystems
91
Patterns of Biodiversity
117
THE ENGINES OF THE PLANET
153
The Engines of the Planet
175
From Evolution to Patterns of Life
203
ISLANDS OCEANS
223
Living in the Past
305
The Geography of Life Today
329
Ice and Change
369
The Advent of Humanity
411
TODAY TOMORROW
439
Glossary
475
Index
483
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Drawing Lines in the Water
265

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