Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach
Biologists searching for a resource that explores all of the exciting changes that have occurred recently in the field will turn to this eighth edition. It offers insight into the multidisciplinary nature of the field, presenting a sound historical base, up-to-date coverage, and a look at the latest controversies. The authors evaluate conflicting theories and provide a reasoned judgment as to which is preferable. In a new chapter the authors examine marine biogeography, so that biologists can...
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The latest edition of this highly successful and popular textbook has been completely revised and updated to include the latest developments in biogeography. It offers excellent insight into the multidisciplinary nature of biogeography, providing the student with a sound historical base, up-to-date factual content and a clear explanation of current controversies.Its accessible style and well-balanced coverage will strongly appeal to students, while the successful synthesis of the many fields involved and the new format will attract a broad range of teachers and lecturers in biology, geography and environmental science departments.
1Introduction to biogeography12A history of biogeography153Patterns of biodiversity454Patterns of distribution735Communities and ecosystems1196The source of novelty1437Life, death and evolution on islands1658Living in the past2019The geography of life today22510Ice and change26111Transforming the planet29712Drawing lines in the water31913Interpreting the past : I. molecular and isotopic biogeography35314Interpreting the past : II. principles and practice37115Foretelling the future391
