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Life sciences: general issues
Darwin's enormous cultural success depended as much on the construction of his argument and the artistry of his language as it did on the power of his ideas. By exploring Darwin as a writer as well as a scientist, this book transforms our understanding of him, giving us a Darwin who is comic rather than tragic and ebullient rather than austere. Num Pages: 272 pages, three black-and-white halftones. BIC Classification: DSBF; PDX; PSAJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 162 x 221 x 20. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199608430
- ISBN
- 9780199608430
Condition: New
€ 45.56
€ 45.56
In this updated and extended edition of their book, Goodale and Milner explore one of the most extraordinary neurological cases of recent years-one that profoundly changed scientific views on the visual brain. Taking us on a journey into the unconscious brain, this book is a fascinating illustration of the power of the 'unconscious' mind. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: HPM; JMR; MJQ; PSAN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 242 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 544.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199596966
- ISBN
- 9780199596966
Condition: New
€ 115.81
€ 115.81
Paperback. The ocean helps moderate climate change thanks to its considerable capacity to store CO2, however the consequences of this process, known as "ocean acidification", are raising concerns for the biological, ecological, and biogeochemical health of the world's oceans, as well as the potential societal implications. Editor(s): Gattuso, Jean-Pierre; Hansson, Lina. Num Pages: 352 pages, 75 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSPM; RBKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 190 x 17. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199591091
- ISBN
- 9780199591091
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 124.10
€ 124.10
The Ecology and Evolution of Heliconius Butterflies. A Passion for Div...
Jiggins, Chris D.; Lamas, Gerardo
This is the first thorough and accessible treatment of the scientific literature on the ecology, genetics, and adaptive radiation of Heliconius butterflies: a classic model system in evolutionary biology. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVS; PSVT7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 253 x 214 x 22. Weight in Grams: 886.
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199566570
- ISBN
- 9780199566570
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 165.58
€ 165.58
What is the relationship between perception and action, between an organism and its environment, in explaining consciousness? This book is an interdisciplinary exploration of the relationship between perception and action, with a focus on the debate about the dual visual systems hypothesis, against action oriented theories of perception. Editor(s): Gangopadhyay, Nivedita; Madeary, Michael; Spicer, Finn. Num Pages: 322 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPM; JML; JMRP; JMT; PSAN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 180 x 253 x 22. Weight in Grams: 716.
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 322
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199551118
- ISBN
- 9780199551118
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 152.97
€ 152.97
Paperback. While functioning quite well for many years, the bioethics profession is in crisis. John H. Evans closely examines the history of the bioethics profession, and based on the sociological reasons the profession evolved as it did, proposes a radical solution to the crisis. Num Pages: 256 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JFMG; PSAD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 147 x 16. Weight in Grams: 316.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199397051
- ISBN
- 9780199397051
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 59.76
€ 59.76
Studies on humans have saved countless lives, but sometimes harm participants. Research ethics committees currently monitor scientists, but have been increasingly criticized for blocking important research. How these committees work, however, is largely unknown. This book uniquely illuminates this hidden world that ultimately affects us all. Num Pages: 432 pages. BIC Classification: PSAD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 245 x 168 x 36. Weight in Grams: 702.
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199364602
- ISBN
- 9780199364602
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 70.49
€ 70.49
Paperback. This book offers an introduction to the way art is perceived, interpreted, and felt and approaches these mindful events from a multidisciplinary perspective. Editor(s): Shimamura, Arthur P.; Palmer, Stephen E. Num Pages: 424 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JMR; MJN; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 732.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199355808
- ISBN
- 9780199355808
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 82.15
€ 82.15
Paperback. Coming 30 years after publication of Richard Byrne's seminal book The Thinking Ape, Evolving Insight develops a new theory of the evolutionary origins of our human ability to understand the world of objects and other people. In a clear and accessible style, the book reviews the evidence for insight in the cognition of animals. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: HPM; JMR; PSAJ; PSVP. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198757078
- ISBN
- 9780198757078
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.15
€ 71.15
Paperback. Brain imaging has revolutionised the field of Psychology, yet it can be a minefield whichever discipline you approach it from. This book shows how brain imaging can advance a true neuroscience of human cognition. It is accessible for those starting out in imaging, whilst also informative for those who have already acquired some expertise Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: JMR; MJN; MMH; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 234 x 17. Weight in Grams: 290.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198709138
- ISBN
- 9780198709138
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.59
€ 75.59
Paperback. This book presents an interpretative ecological history of the Indian subcontinent. Using a general theory of ecological history, the authors provide a fresh interpretation of India's history, including an ecological account of the caste system and a sociological analysis of resource use. The Second Edition comes with a new Preface by the authors. Series: Oxford India Perennials Series. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: 1FKA; PSAF; RNC; RNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 142 x 215 x 13. Weight in Grams: 258.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- OUP India India
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198077442
- ISBN
- 9780198077442
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.17
€ 40.17
Paperback. Series: Philosophy in Action. Num Pages: 208 pages, 3 black and white line illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCD; HRAM3; PDA; PSAJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 175 x 129 x 15. Weight in Grams: 210.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195384345
- ISBN
- 9780195384345
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 15.47
€ 15.99
€ 15.47
Paperback. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 203 x 135 x 13. Weight in Grams: 262.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195383416
- ISBN
- 9780195383416
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 15.18
€ 15.99
€ 15.18
Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 25 figures. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 157 x 21. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc United States
- Edition
- Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195329407
- ISBN
- 9780195329407
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 26.17
€ 29.99
€ 26.17
Hardcover. Discussions of personal identity frequently ignore the basic metaphysical nature of human people. What Are We? is the first general study of this important question. It explains the question's meaning, considers in detail the main possible answers to it, and suggests how the problem might be solved. Series: Philosophy of the Mind. Num Pages: 264 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPM; PSAD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 242 x 162 x 18. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780195176421
- ISBN
- 9780195176421
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.05
€ 119.05
Paperback. Humans are unique among all other species in having one cognitive attribute-the ability, almost without conscious effort, to engage in blending. This is the first book that brings the theory of blending to a wide audience and shows how blending is at the heart of the origin of ideas. Num Pages: 320 pages, With illustrations. BIC Classification: JHM; JMR; PSAJ; PSAN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 237 x 200 x 23. Weight in Grams: 434.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press Inc
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780190263157
- ISBN
- 9780190263157
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.92
€ 41.92
Hardcover. Editor(s): Izuta, Takeshi. Num Pages: 322 pages, 82 black & white illustrations, 26 colour illustrations, 70 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1FM; PSAF; PST; RNP; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. Weight in Grams: 692.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9784431564362
- ISBN
- 9784431564362
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.88
€ 194.88
Hardback. Editor(s): Jubilee, Purkayastha. Num Pages: 366 pages, 48 black & white illustrations, 42 colour illustrations, 71 black & white tables, 70 colo. BIC Classification: 1FKA; PSAF; RNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 941.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer Verlag, Singapore Singapore
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789811006197
- ISBN
- 9789811006197
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.82
€ 198.82
Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin, Shanxi Province, China: Geology and Fossil ...
. Ed(S): Flynn, Lawrence J.; Wu, Wen-Yu
Hardback. Editor(s): Flynn, Lawrence J.; Wu, Wen-Yu. Series: Vertebrate Paleobiology and Paleoanthropology. Num Pages: 490 pages, 76 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSV; PSVW; RBG; RNCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Number of pages
- 490
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789402410495
- ISBN
- 9789402410495
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 152.37
€ 152.37
Hardback. Editor(s): Zhang, Weiying. Num Pages: 157 pages, 52 black & white illustrations, 4 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBKF; RNC; TQD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 401.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Number of pages
- 157
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789402409314
- ISBN
- 9789402409314
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.24
€ 128.24
Hardback. Editor(s): Brown, Sally; McIvor, Kristen; Snyder, Elizabeth Hodges. Num Pages: 423 pages, 156 black & white illustrations, 10 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFSG; PSAF; RNU; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 848.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 423
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401774512
- ISBN
- 9789401774512
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.22
€ 198.22
Hardback. Editor(s): Birkeland, Charles. Num Pages: 286 pages, 52 black & white illustrations, 43 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAJ; PSPM; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 222 x 291 x 18. Weight in Grams: 1080.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 286
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401772488
- ISBN
- 9789401772488
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 232.64
€ 232.64
Ecology and Conservation of Southeast Asian Marine and Freshwater Envi...
. Ed(S): Sasekumar, A.; Marshall, Nissim; Mac...
Paperback. Editor(s): Sasekumar, A.; Marshall, Nissim; Macintosh, D.J. Series: Developments in Hydrobiology. Num Pages: 325 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 260 x 195. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- annotated ed
- Number of pages
- 325
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401044141
- ISBN
- 9789401044141
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 128.24
€ 128.24
Hardback. This book details the latest scientific and clinical knowledge in regenerative medicine. Coverage includes biology of tissue regeneration, stem cell science and technology, tissue engineering, biomaterials and nanotechnology, and regulation and ethics. Editor(s): Steinhoff, Gustav. Num Pages: 1220 pages, 79 black & white illustrations, 80 colour illustrations, 42 black & white tables, 8 colo. BIC Classification: MBGR; MN; PSAK; TBN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 56. Weight in Grams: 2204.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2013
- Number of pages
- 1220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400756892
- ISBN
- 9789400756892
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 328.55
€ 328.55