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Description for Evolution
Paperback. Wich an array of rarely published period prints from the Jennings Collection in Bath, and examples of the latest genetic research, this book asks some huge questions about life in the universe and is designed to interest general readers and students alike. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 157 x 127 x 7. Weight in Grams: 94.
Why did Darwin find tortoises so interesting? Are humans really descended from ancient apes? How did the peacock get its tail? What might life look like elsewhere in the universe? In this fascinating and highly-illustrated book, science writer Gerard Cheshire tells the story of evolution, and plots the various devices by which we have all become the organisms we are today. With sections on convergence, sexual selection, epigenetics, and full appendices showing the tree of life. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. ... Read more
Why did Darwin find tortoises so interesting? Are humans really descended from ancient apes? How did the peacock get its tail? What might life look like elsewhere in the universe? In this fascinating and highly-illustrated book, science writer Gerard Cheshire tells the story of evolution, and plots the various devices by which we have all become the organisms we are today. With sections on convergence, sexual selection, epigenetics, and full appendices showing the tree of life. WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. "Fascinating" FINANCIAL TIMES. "Beautiful" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. "Rich and Artful" THE LANCET. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Wooden Books United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
Number of Pages
64
Place of Publication
Powys, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781904263807
SKU
V9781904263807
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-2
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