Farmed animals all have stories to tell but few get the chance to do so; this book amplifies their unique voices via the narratives of rescued animals. Each chapter looks at a species entwined history with humanity as well as the biological and neur...Loe edasi...
The main body of the book focuses on diet, brain, locomotion and skin. This book not only promises to enrich our understanding of human evolution but also challenges us to reconsider what it means to be human in the light of our ancient lineage and...Loe edasi...
The book describes the functioning of the material universe with the use of an intermediate mathematical language and is based entirely on physical phenomena, on reality, and does not use philosophical or theological argumentation based on abstract...Loe edasi...
Aphids Unveiled explores the curious journey of these tiny insects from humble beginnings to becoming the most obnoxious pests for farmers and home gardeners alike. With a witty narrative style and a touch of humor, the book aims to engage readers w...Loe edasi...
Recent biodiversity studies, reported here for the first time, have shown that the molluscan fauna of the Gulf of Mexico is far richer and more complex than previously thought. These species are illustrated here on 132 color plates and discussed in...Loe edasi...
This book explores the fascinating and complex lives of the honey badger, the African jackals (black-backed jackal and side-striped), African golden wolves and Eurasian golden jackals. It will interest researchers, scientists, and students in wildli...Loe edasi...
Beyond Lamarckism, Plasticity in Darwinian Evolution shows that the evolutionary impact of plasticity was in fact debated long before the emergence of the current debate on the limits of the Modern Synthesis....Loe edasi...
Using evidence from anthropology, neuroscience, psychiatry, analytical psychology and evolutionary biology, within this book Dr Erik Goodwyn explores the current cultural psyche, and how elements of modern society are contributing to the current lon...Loe edasi...
Sex, Gender, Ethics, and the Darwinian Evolution of Humanity examines the impact of Darwins Descent of Man on contemporary biology and the humanities....Loe edasi...
This book introduces students to environmental and evolutionary anthropology, focusing on how humans adapt to their environment and how the environment shapes culture. It shows how cultures evolved within the context of their environment and how the...Loe edasi...
This book examines a wide range of innovative approaches for coastal wetlands restoration and explains how we should use use both academic research and practitioners findings to influence learning, practice, policy, and social change....Loe edasi...
This book offers a comprehensive account of the current state of inland waters in tropical and subtropical East Asia, exploring a series of case studies of freshwater fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and mammals and water bodies at particular risk....Loe edasi...
Plants are autotrophs and sessile, while animals are heterotrophs and motile. Sessility has imposed on plants 94 hermaphroditism, 23 selfing, 3 polyploidization and 39 clonality, in comparison to ...Loe edasi...
This book bridges the gap between the many insights into art provided by research in evolutionary theory, psychology, and neuroscience and those enduring normative issues best addressed by philosophy....Loe edasi...
Arguing for a vegan economy, this book explains how we can and should alter our eating habits away from meat and dairy through sociocultural evolution....Loe edasi...
Covering all major arthropods of medical importance worldwide, this award winning resource has established itself as a standard reference for almost 25 years. Illustrated throughout with detailed color images to aid in identification, this book will...Loe edasi...
Biology of Sharks and Their Relatives is an award winning exploration of the fundamental elements of the taxonomy, systematics, physiology, and ecology of sharks, skates, rays, and chimera. This edition presents current research as well as tradition...Loe edasi...
This book illustrates how fusion-fission cycles actually constitute what we call culture. Providing specific case studies, including cultural shifts in the 1960s, recurring moral panics, and nation-formation, the book concludes with general prin...Loe edasi...
