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Biology, life sciences

Paperback. Reproduction is among the most basic of human biological functions, both for our distant ancestors and ourselves. Our reproductive biology unites us as a species, but it has also been an important engine of our evolution. This text tells the story of human reproduction and its evolution. Num Pages: 368 pages, 19 halftones, 4 line illustrations. BIC Classification: JHMP; PDZ; PSX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 224 x 147 x 24. Weight in Grams: 512.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674011120
ISBN
9780674011120
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 35.11

Paperback. This text provides a detailed account of a predator-prey relationship involving two primates. It explores how predation by wild chimpanzees has influenced the behaviour, ecology and demography of a population of red colobus monkeys. Num Pages: 336 pages, 25 halftones, 58 line illustrations, 37 tables. BIC Classification: PSVP; PSVW79. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 143 x 23. Weight in Grams: 463.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674007222
ISBN
9780674007222
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 38.26

Paperback. Insects that are the least bit social may gather in modest groups, like the dozen or so sawfly larvae feeding on a pine needle. Why these insects get together and what they get out of their associations are questions considered in this look at group behaviour and social lives of an array of bugs. Num Pages: 272 pages, 14 line illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVP; PSVT7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 400.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674006867
ISBN
9780674006867
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 31.02

Hardcover. Found in southern India, Ropalidia marginata is a primitively eusocial wasp - a species in which queens and workers do not differ morphologically. This book argues that understanding such species is crucial to tracing the evolution of the greater degrees of sociality of other species. Num Pages: 384 pages, 1 halftone, 74 line illustrations, 28 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 721.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674006119
ISBN
9780674006119
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.27
€ 89.96

Hardcover. Species of the genus Pheidole are the most abundant and diverse ants of the New World and range from the northern US to Argentina. In this text, Edward O. Wilson untangles its classification, time, characterising all 625 known species, and ordering them into 19 species groups. Num Pages: 818 pages, 1 color illustration insert, 650 fine line illustrations, 5 tables, 4 halftones. BIC Classification: 1K; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 310 x 241 x 53. Weight in Grams: 3006.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
818
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674002937
ISBN
9780674002937
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 200.61
€ 166.62

Hardcover. Squid, cuttlefish and octopuses, which form the marine mollusc group the cephalopods, are of great and increasing interest to marine biologists, physiologists, ecologists, environmental biologists and fisheries scientists. Cephalopods: Ecology and fisheries is a thorough review of this most important animal group. Num Pages: 464 pages, 172 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT3; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1142.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632060481
ISBN
9780632060481
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 262.69

Paperback. * Provides a thorough understanding of how fish reproduce * Vital source of information for those studying wild fish populations and also in aquaculture systems where successful reproduction is a core element of commercial success in fish breeding . Num Pages: 496 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVH; PSVW1. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 182 x 23. Weight in Grams: 986.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632054268
ISBN
9780632054268
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 228.41

Paperback. Contains 17 of the papers presented at the IAS International Workshop on Reefs and Carbonate platforms in the Pacific and Indian oceans held in Sydney (July 1995). The book covers disciplines related to carbonate geology: sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, reef ecology and modelling. Editor(s): Camoin, G. F.; Davies, P. J. Series: International Association of Sedimentologists Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, 170 illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QSP; PSVS; RBG; RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 247 x 189 x 15. Weight in Grams: 830.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632047789
ISBN
9780632047789
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 168.91

Paperback. A hands-on introduction to modern molecular biology techniques as applied to human genome analysis. In eight unique experiments, simple step-by-step instructions guide students through the basic principles of molecular biology and the latest laboratory techniques. Num Pages: 248 pages, 33. BIC Classification: MFCC; PSD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 182 x 14. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632046768
ISBN
9780632046768
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 108.77

Paperback. * Concentrates on those concepts that usually give students the most difficulty. * Provides ample opportunity to test the mastery of this material. * Rates questions/problems according to their level of difficulty. * Additional information provided on the internet site related to this topic. . Series: Eleventh Hour - Boston S. Num Pages: 288 pages, 7. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 278 x 216 x 20. Weight in Grams: 920.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632044160
ISBN
9780632044160
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.18

Paperback. Examines the selectivity of feeding from various viewpoints - the behavioural ecologist examines decision rules, the dietitian looks at nutritional problems, the community ecologist sees feeding as influencing species diversity - to produce a coherent view of how organisms "choose" their diet. Editor(s): Hughes, R. Num Pages: 232 pages, 39. BIC Classification: PSVP; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 370.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632035595
ISBN
9780632035595
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 129.39

Hardcover. An encyclopaedic treatment of plant diseases in Europe, this book is designed as a standard reference volume for the general working plant pathologist and those taking advanced training in plant pathology. Editor(s): Smith, I. M.; Dunez, J.; Phillips, D. H.; Lelliott, R. A.; Archer, S. A. Series: BS - Plant Pathology Publications. Num Pages: 598 pages, 106 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 197 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1624.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
598
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632012220
ISBN
9780632012220
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 283.21

Paperback. The first edition of this successful reader brought together key readings in the area of developmental cognitive neuroscience for students. Now updated in order to keep up with this fast moving field, the volume includes new readings illustrating recent developments along with updated versions of previous contributions. Editor(s): Johnson, Mark H.; Munakata, Yuko; Gilmore, Rick O. Num Pages: 560 pages, 112. BIC Classification: JMAQ; JMR; MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 179 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1042.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631217374
ISBN
9780631217374
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 79.44

Hardback. The first edition of this successful reader brought together key readings in the area of developmental cognitive neuroscience for students. Now updated in order to keep up with this fast moving field, the volume includes new readings illustrating recent developments along with updated versions of previous contributions. Editor(s): Johnson, Mark H.; Munakata, Yuko; Gilmore, Rick O. Num Pages: 560 pages, 6 figures. BIC Classification: JMAQ; JMR; MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 265 x 187 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1174.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631217367
ISBN
9780631217367
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 182.63

Paperback. By introducing key themes in philosophy of mind, philosophy of science and the basic concepts of neuroscience, this text provides philosophers with the necessary background to engage the neurosciences and offers neuroscientists an introduction to the relevant tools of philosophical analysis. Editor(s): Bechtel, William; Mandik, Pete; Mundale, Jennifer; Stufflebeam, Robert S. Num Pages: 496 pages, 60. BIC Classification: HPCF5; HPM; MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 172 x 35. Weight in Grams: 862.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
496
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631210450
ISBN
9780631210450
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.43

Paperback. Gene sequence data is the most abundant type of data available, and if you're interested in analyzing it, you'll find a wealth of computational methods and tools to help you. This is a resource for anyone who needs to know about the practical aspects and mechanics of sequence analysis. Num Pages: 304 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; UN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 442.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
O´Reilly Media United States
Edition
1st
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780596004941
ISBN
9780596004941
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 31.86

Paperback. BLAST (Basic Local Alignment Search Tool), is a software package for rapid searching of nucleotide and protein databases. "BLAST" offers biologists, computational biology students, and bioinformatics professionals a clear understanding of BLAST as well as the science it supports. Num Pages: 362 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PS; UMX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 179 x 25. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
O´Reilly Media
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780596002992
ISBN
9780596002992
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 51.02

Paperback. Editor(s): Farrar, J. F. Series: New Phytologist Special Publications. Num Pages: Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PST. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 211 x 8. Weight in Grams: 490.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521978910
ISBN
9780521978910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.74

Hardback. Tells the story of two brothers who changed the way we think about the future of our species. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 161 x 231 x 20. Weight in Grams: 466.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520281523
ISBN
9780520281523
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 50.17
€ 39.91

Hardback. Examines the evolution of a variety of taxa ancient and recent, native and migratory to elucidate evolutionary events both major and minor that shaped the distribution, radiation, and speciation of the biota of California. This book also interprets evolutionary history in a geological context and reviews new and emerging phylogeographic patterns. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PSAJ; PST; RNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 230 x 30. Weight in Grams: 708.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520278875
ISBN
9780520278875
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 65.70
€ 51.19

Paperback. A definitive botanic guide to the wetlands, woodlands, coastlines, hills, and valleys of the beautiful and diverse San Francisco Bay Region. It includes identification keys that features 21 new families, 155 new species, and approximately 330 changes in the scientific names. Num Pages: 512 pages, 242 color illustrations, 239 line illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PST; RNC; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 180 x 24. Weight in Grams: 842.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Edition
Third Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520278592
ISBN
9780520278592
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 32.90

Paperback. The Northern California coast - from Monterey County to the Oregon border - is home to some of the richest avian habitats on the North American continent. This book provides a comprehensive ecological overview of this extensive and diverse region. Illustrator(s): Hansen, Keith. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 380 pages, 132 color illustrations, 12 black & white illustrations, 3 line illustrations, and 12 map. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 193 x 148 x 20. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520276178
ISBN
9780520276178
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 29.99
€ 21.51

Paperback. One of California's most remarkable wetlands, Suisun Marsh is the largest tidal marsh on the West Coast and a major feature of the San Francisco Estuary. This title includes information about the ecological and human history of Suisun Marsh, its abiotic and biotic characteristics, and alternative futures facing this ecosystem. Editor(s): Moyle, Peter B.; Manfree, Amber D; Fiedler, Peggy L. Num Pages: 256 pages, 11 b/w photographs, 21 line illustrations, 17 color maps. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PSAF; PSP; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 16. Weight in Grams: 434.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
250
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520276086
ISBN
9780520276086
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.99
€ 36.51

Paperback. Grasses and grasslands are of increasing interest to conservationists, biologists, and gardeners. Organized alphabetically, this book covers common native and naturalized grasses and, to help identify them, also features over 180 color illustrations. Illustrator(s): Simpson, Kathy. Series: California Natural History Guides. Num Pages: 448 pages, 195 color illustrations, 11 line illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBBWF; PST; WNP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 137 x 23. Weight in Grams: 622.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
University of California Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520275683
ISBN
9780520275683
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.29

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