Evolution

Author(s)

• Patterson, Colin

Bibliographic Information

Evolution

Colin Patterson

Comstock Pub. Associates, 1999

2nd ed

• : hbk
• : pbk

Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 154-155) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Volume

: hbk ISBN 9780801436420

Description

This work provides a summary of modern evolutionary theory. The illustrated text is intended for readers with little or no formal training in science and is therefore particularly suitable as an introduction for students. This edition features additional chapters on neural and gene evolution.

Volume

: pbk ISBN 9780801485947

Description

Introducing the latest ideas on how life originated and diversified on earth, this new edition of a classic work provides a concise and engaging summary of modern evolutionary theory. The heavily illustrated book is intended for readers with little or no formal training in science and is an ideal introduction for students. Teachers of biology will also find the book a valuable reference text. Among the features of the second edition: * new chapters on neural evolution and gene evolution * explanations of the latest theories on the evolution of humans * extensive updates throughout, with emphasis on molecular evolution * many new or updated illustrations * comprehensive coverage, clear and concise presentation

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Details

• NCID: BA41404434
• ISBN:
  • 0801436427
  • 0801485940
• LCCN: 98041312
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Ithaca, N.Y.
• Pages/Volumes: ix, 166 p.
• Size: 26 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : QH366.2
  • DC21 : 576.8
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Evolution (Biology)