The ptarmigan's dilemma : an exploration into how life organizes and supports itself
Summary
The authors examine what the mechanisms of evolution are and how they work. With examples from the very latest discoveries in genetics and ones they have made in their own field work, "The Ptarmigan's Dilemma" "is a ground-breaking explanation of evolution for non-scientists--and a look at the rich... Full description
Summary: |
The authors examine what the mechanisms of evolution are and how they work. With examples from the very latest discoveries in genetics and ones they have made in their own field work, "The Ptarmigan's Dilemma" "is a ground-breaking explanation of evolution for non-scientists--and a look at the rich diversity of life on Earth that's under threat today. |
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Physical Description: |
401 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 357-380) and index. |
ISBN: |
9780771085192 : 0771085192 |
Author Notes: |
John B. Theberge was until his recent retirement a professor of ecology and resource management in the faculty of environment studies at the University of Waterloo, where he taught since 1970. Mary Theberge is a wildlife illustrator and wolf researcher and has presented many popular programs about their discoveries. They are the authors of several books, including Kluane: Pinnacle of the Yukon , Wolf Country , and Legacy: A Natural History of Ontario . |