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Paperback. 50 Great Myths of Human Evolution uses common misconceptions to explore basic theory and research in human evolution and strengthen critical thinking skills for lay readers and students. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JHMP; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 228 x 16. Weight in Grams: 390.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470673928
ISBN
9780470673928
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 22.23

Hardback. Editor(s): Suzuki, Masa; Yamamoto, Shinji. Num Pages: 440 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 260 x 187 x 26. Weight in Grams: 864.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
440
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781629480497
ISBN
9781629480497
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 342.19
€ 232.50

Paperback. Offers a fresh perspective on the role of size in biology. This title explores the universal impact of being the right size. By examining stories ranging from "Alice in Wonderland" to "Gulliver's Travels", it shows that humans have always been fascinated by things big and small. Num Pages: 176 pages, 35 line illus. 1 table. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSA; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 204 x 129 x 14. Weight in Grams: 218.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691152332
ISBN
9780691152332
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.29

Paperback. The idea of a missing link between humanity and our animal ancestors predates evolution and popular science. The author takes aim at this misleading notion, arguing that it reflects a profound misunderstanding of how evolution works and, when applied to the evolution of our own species, supports mistaken ideas about our own place in the universe. Num Pages: 217 pages, 6 halftones. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 16. Weight in Grams: 306.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226271200
ISBN
9780226271200
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.49

Paperback. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: MJN; PSAN; UMW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 190. .
Publisher
Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780128040430
ISBN
9780128040430
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 79.97

Hardback. Num Pages: 369 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNF; RNP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 260 x 187 x 25. Weight in Grams: 842.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
369
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781620817124
ISBN
9781620817124
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 253.08
€ 172.78

Paperback. This book covers mammalian evolution from the aftermath of the dinosaur extinction to the glacial climax of the Pleistocene epoch, from early lemur-like primates to giant cold-climate adapted mega-mammals, such as the woolly mammoth or mastodon. Num Pages: 328 pages, 116 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 173 x 18. Weight in Grams: 604.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
328
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231116411
ISBN
9780231116411
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 41.07

Hardcover. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: MB; PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 164 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 538.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
304
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226059884
ISBN
9780226059884
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 28.96

Hardback. Num Pages: 296 pages, 40 line illus. BIC Classification: JHB; PDZ; PSAK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 166 x 244 x 26. Weight in Grams: 556.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691164748
ISBN
9780691164748
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 25.06

Paperback. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199671397
ISBN
9780199671397
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 84.70

Paperback. The ideal review for the thousands of college students who enroll in genetics courses. Series: Schaum's Outline Series. Num Pages: 432 pages, ill. BIC Classification: PSAK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 275 x 207 x 18. Weight in Grams: 672.
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
5th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780071625036
ISBN
9780071625036
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 28.95

Paperback. Asking and answering questions is the cornerstone of science, yet formal training in understanding this key process is often overlooked. Asking Questions in Biology unpacks this crucial process of enquiry, from a biological perspective, at its various stages. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: PSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 189. Weight in Grams: 1000.
Publisher
Pearson Education Limited
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
5th New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781292085999
ISBN
9781292085999
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.80

Paperback. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 5AQ; PSAF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 156 x 131 x 7. Weight in Grams: 96.
Publisher
Wooden Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904263692
ISBN
9781904263692
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.37

Hardback. Provides breeders and veterinarians with a range of information on Genetics. The authors have reviewed the traditional sources of scientific literature, and conducted interviews with veterinarians, researchers and breeders. Their aim has been to make the book accessible, whilst providing an impartial look at sometimes controversial issues. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; WNGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 167 x 21. Weight in Grams: 398. 272 pages, black & white illustrations. Provides breeders and veterinarians with a range of information on Genetics. The authors have reviewed the traditional sources of scientific literature, and conducted interviews with veterinarians, researchers and breeders. Their aim has been to make the book accessible, whilst providing an impartial look at sometimes controversial issues. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PSAK; WNGC. Dimension: 246 x 167 x 21. Weight: 550.
Publisher
Elsevier Health Sciences
Number of pages
272
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750640695
ISBN
9780750640695
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.41

Hardback. This book provides a thorough introduction to the use of data mining algorithms as an investigative tool for applications in genomics. It then explores tremendous advances in the field and offers frontier case studies based on current research. Series: Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering. Num Pages: 164 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; UNF; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 11. Weight in Grams: 920.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
164
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Edition
2008th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781402089749
ISBN
9781402089749
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 130.82

Paperback. Most conventional gardening books concentrate on how and when to carry out horticultural tasks such as pruning, seed sowing and taking cuttings. Science and the Garden, Third Edition is unique in explaining in straightforward terms some of the science that underlies these practices. Editor(s): Ingram, David S.; Vince-Prue, Daphne; Gregory, Peter J. Num Pages: 392 pages. BIC Classification: PSA; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189. .
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
392
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118778432
ISBN
9781118778432
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.29

Paperback. Charles Darwin's experiences in the Galapagos Islands in 1835 helped to guide his thoughts toward a revolutionary theory: that species were not fixed but diversified from their ancestors over many generations. This book explains what we have learned about the origin and evolution of new species. Series: Princeton Series in Evolutionary Biology. Num Pages: 224 pages, 120 color illus. 46 line illus. 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1KLSEG; PDZ; PSAJ; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149998
ISBN
9780691149998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 31.19

Paperback. Focusing on the period from 1970s onwards, this is a study of the relationship between politics, economics, science, and cultural values in the United States. It demonstrates that the history of biotechnology cannot be understood without taking into account the simultaneous rise of neo-liberalism as a political force and an economic policy. Series: In Vivo - A Mclellan Book. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
Publisher
University of Washington Press United States
Number of pages
208
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780295987910
ISBN
9780295987910
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 37.99
€ 34.36

Paperback. Covers various aspects of contemporary biology including gene therapy, the Human Genome Project, DNA testing, and genetic engineering, and fundamental concepts. This book discusses classical and molecular genetics, quantitative and population genetics including cloning and genetic diseases, and the many applications of genetics to the world. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 330.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231130134
ISBN
9780231130134
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 31.19

Hardback. Contains some articles on the important topics in seven major areas: phylogenetics and the history of life; selection and adaptation; evolutionary processes; genes, genomes, and phenotypes; speciation and macroevolution; evolution of behavior, society, and humans; and evolution and modern society. Editor(s): Baum, David A.; Futuyma, Douglas J.; Hoekstra, Hopi E.; Moore, Allen J.; Peichel, Catherine Lynn; Schluter, Dolph; Whitlock, Michael. Num Pages: 872 pages, 16 color illus. 4 halftones. 97 line illus. 23 tables. 1 map. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 264 x 203 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1946.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
880
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691149776
ISBN
9780691149776
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 129.52
€ 98.65

Hardback. Offers an evolutionary history of Darwin's finches since their origin almost 3 million years ago. By continuously tracking finch populations over a period of four decades, this title uncovers the causes and consequences of significant events leading to evolutionary changes in species. Num Pages: 432 pages, 44 color illus. 129 line illus. 21 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 243 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 978.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691160467
ISBN
9780691160467
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 59.41
€ 46.96

Paperback. Series: New Human Frontiers - Polity. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JMC; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 190 x 130. .
Publisher
Polity Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745689975
ISBN
9780745689975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.88

Paperback. Offers an introduction to critical transitions in complex systems - the radical changes that happen at tipping points when thresholds are passed. This title describes the dynamical systems theory behind critical transitions, covering catastrophe theory, bifurcations and chaos. Series: Princeton Studies in Complexity. Num Pages: 400 pages, 6 halftones. 131 line illus. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 466.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2009th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691122045
ISBN
9780691122045
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.92
€ 54.12

Hardback. Editor(s): Slavik, Vendelin; Dolezal, Tereza. Num Pages: Illustrations. BIC Classification: MFG; MJN; PSAN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 17. Weight in Grams: 440.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781620810170
ISBN
9781620810170
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.71
€ 116.23

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