Biogeography

Download or read book Biogeography written by C. Barry Cox and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-10 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 compare and analyze the data, patterns and problems arising from continental, marine and island biogeography.