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Biology, life sciences

Paperback. A guide to the use of plant names and the conventions for writing them as governed by the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature and the International Code of Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants. It covers the naming of wild plants, plants modified by humans, why plant names change, their pronunciation and hints to help remember them. Editor(s): Spencer, Roger; Cross, Rob; Lumley, Peter. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: GBC; PST; WMP; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 149 x 12. Weight in Grams: 348. A Guide to Biological Nomenclature. 160 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). Editor(s): Spencer, Roger; Cross, Rob; Lumley, Peter. A guide to the use of plant names and the conventions for writing them as governed by the International Code of Botanical Nomenclature and the International Code of Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants. It covers the naming of wild plants, plants modified by humans, why plant names change, their pronunciation and hints to help remember them. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: GBC; PST; WMP; WNP. Dimension: 216 x 149 x 12. Weight: 348.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
3 ed
Number of pages
160
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845933746
ISBN
9781845933746
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.46

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845935009
ISBN
9781845935009
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.36

Paperback. Describes the organisms inhabiting the soil, their functions and interactions and the dimensions of human impact on the activity of soil organisms and soil ecological function. This title includes chapters that discuss basic soil characteristics and biogeochemical cycling, key soil flora and fauna, and community-level dynamics (soil food webs). Series: Modular Texts. Num Pages: 320 pages, 129 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSG; RBGB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 21. Weight in Grams: 876. Series: Modular Texts. 320 pages, 129 figures/illustrations. Describes the organisms inhabiting the soil, their functions and interactions and the dimensions of human impact on the activity of soil organisms and soil ecological function. This title includes chapters that discuss basic soil characteristics and biogeochemical cycling, key soil flora and fauna, and community-level dynamics (soil food webs). Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSG; RBGB. Dimension: 246 x 190 x 21. Weight: 876.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845935634
ISBN
9781845935634
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 50.25

paperback. Offers a reference for describing, measuring and classifying the foliage of flowering plants. This title presents a system that provides long-needed guidelines for characterizing the organization, shape, venation, and surface features of angiosperm leaves. Num Pages: 220 pages, 360 figures/ illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAB; PST. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Paperback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
annotated ed
Number of pages
220
Condition
New
Publication date
2009
SKU
V9781845935856
ISBN
9781845935856
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 31.94

Hardcover. 212 pages, Illustrations (some col.). Mycorrhizal symbioses are widespread and fundamental components of terrestrial ecosystems and have shaped plant evolution. This book features such topics as plant/fungal communication, the interaction of mycorrhizal fungi with other soil microorganisms, and the use of mycorrhizal fungi in plant-production systems. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: PSQ; PSTS; RBGB. Dimension: 289 x 227 x 19. Weight: 928.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
CABI
Number of pages
212
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845935863
ISBN
9781845935863
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 109.68

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
850
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845937508
ISBN
9781845937508
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 167.53

Hardcover. 376 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Mahgoub, O.; Kadim, I. T.; Webb, E. Covers important areas of goat meat production. This title discusses the role of genetics, breeding, reproduction, and nutrition in producing good quality, profitable goat meat. It addresses the mineral, amino acid and fatty acid composition of goat meat, highlighting its health benefits over other red meats. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: PSV; TVH. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 28. Weight: 1004.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
CABI
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845938499
ISBN
9781845938499
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 146.73

paperback. Num Pages: 601 pages, 184 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSB; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1104.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Edition
Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1993
Number of pages
601
Condition
New
SKU
V9783662103425
ISBN
9783662103425
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 106.94
€ 105.23

Paperback. With detractors ranging from paleontologist Stephen Jay Gould to modern-day creationists and advocates of intelligent design, Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) is better known as a divisive figure than as a pioneering biologist. This biography rehabilitates Haeckel - focusing on his science and art. It also gives an account of Haeckel's eventful life. Num Pages: 512 pages, 8 colour plates, 122 halftones. BIC Classification: 1DFG; BGT; PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 227 x 153 x 31. Weight in Grams: 784.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226712161
ISBN
9780226712161
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 29.77

Paperback. When viewed from a quiet beach, the ocean, with its rolling waves and vast expanse, can seem calm, even serene. Written with a diver's love of the ocean, a novelist's skill at storytelling, the author takes us deep into the sea to introduce an astonishing cast of fascinating and bizarre creatures that make the salty depths their home. Num Pages: 200 pages, 26 colour plates. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSVW73. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 320.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226678764
ISBN
9780226678764
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.22

paperback. Hypnosis, source amnesia and repression are all explored in this collection of essays. It focuses on memory distortion and, using contributions from a range of fields, the book examines key issues including the value of eyewitness testimony and the accuracy of recovered memories of sexual abuse. Editor(s): Schacter, Daniel L. Num Pages: 432 pages, 2 halftones, 13 line illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 549.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
432
Condition
New
Edition
Revised ed.
SKU
V9780674566767
ISBN
9780674566767
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.23
€ 48.00

Paperback. The Molecular Biology of Cancer, Stella Pelengaris & Michael Khan This capturing, comprehensive text, extensively revised and updated for its second edition, provides a detailed overview of the molecular mechanisms underpinning the development of cancer and its treatment. Editor(s): Pelengaris, Stella; Khan, Michael. Num Pages: 632 pages, colour illustrations, colour tables, figures. BIC Classification: MJCL; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 219 x 274 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1568.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
632
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118008812
ISBN
9781118008812
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 115.88

hardcover. Contains descriptions of the life histories of the genera of the Tylenchida. This expanded edition includes diagnoses of over 200 genera and familial and ordinal groups. Information is also provided regarding the biology, ecology and pathogenicity of these parasites. Num Pages: 848 pages, drawings. BIC Classification: PSGH; PSTP; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 54. Weight in Grams: 2127.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
848
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851992020
ISBN
9780851992020
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 297.76

Paperback. Introduces California's mammals by describing techniques for recognizing their presence, and when possible, methods for watching them in their natural habitats. This guide includes 144 line drawings, 143 range maps, and 18 illustrated color plates. It gives overviews of mammal evolution, biology and anatomy, natural history, and conservation. Series Editor(s): Faber, Phyllis M.; Pavlik, Bruce M. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 444 pages, 18 illustrated color plates, 145 line illustrations, 133 maps, 3 tables. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 114 x 25. Weight in Grams: 467.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
444
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520235823
ISBN
9780520235823
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.06

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Peeters, Hans J. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 340 pages, 116 color illustrations, 22 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 184 x 114 x 22. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Number of pages
340
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520242005
ISBN
9780520242005
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.89

Paperback. Every year throughout the world, individuals health is damaged by their exposure to toxic chemicals at work. In most cases these problems will resolve, but many will sustain permanent damage. Num Pages: 224 pages, figures. BIC Classification: CBWT; MMGT; MMQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 173 x 244 x 10. Weight in Grams: 352.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118432143
ISBN
9781118432143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.52
€ 48.42

Paperback. Focusing on pathobiology and protective strategies against protozoan and metazoan parasites of fish, this book reviews the research on important parasites: those that cause financial hardships to the aquaculture industry, and have been introduced to new geographical regions through transportation of infected fish. Editor(s): Woo, Patrick T. K.; Buchmann, Kurt. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSGH; TVT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 177 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1040. Pathobiology and Protection. 400 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Woo, Patrick T. K.; Buchmann, Kurt. Focusing on pathobiology and protective strategies against protozoan and metazoan parasites of fish, this book reviews the research on important parasites: those that cause financial hardships to the aquaculture industry, and have been introduced to new geographical regions through transportation of infected fish. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSGH; TVT. Dimension: 250 x 177 x 29. Weight: 1048.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845938062
ISBN
9781845938062
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 147.24

Hardback. Discusses pig genetics and its integration with livestock management and production technology to improve performance. This work also includes information on genetic aspects of domestication, colour variation, genomics and pig breeds, with contributions from international experts active in the field. Editor(s): Rothschild, Max F.; Ruvinsky, Anatoly. Num Pages: 520 pages, 63 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 184 x 245 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1288. 520 pages, 63 illustrations. Editor(s): Rothschild, Max F.; Ruvinsky, Anatoly. Discusses pig genetics and its integration with livestock management and production technology to improve performance. This work also includes information on genetic aspects of domestication, colour variation, genomics and pig breeds, with contributions from international experts active in the field. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVD. Dimension: 184 x 245 x 36. Weight: 1288.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
520
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845937560
ISBN
9781845937560
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 174.82

paperback. Examining the mechanism and action of natural selection in evolution, the author offers his own synthesis of modern evolutionary theory, including discussions of the gene as the unit of selection, clade selection and macroevolution, diversity within and among populations, and other central issues. Series: Oxford Series in Ecology & Evolution. Num Pages: 224 pages, halftones, line drawings. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAK; RNC; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 154 x 13. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Edition
First Edition
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195069334
ISBN
9780195069334
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 135.49

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Seachrist, Judith A. Num Pages: 240 pages, numeros line illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAK; PSX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 202 x 136 x 12. Weight in Grams: 316.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Oxford University Press Inc United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780195327069
ISBN
9780195327069
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 20.36

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