Essentials of Ecology 3rd Edition

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Essentials of Ecology 3rd Edition


 by Colin R. Townsend, Michael Begon, John L. Harper in 2008, FileType: PDF

Essentials Of Ecology 3rd Edition

This textbook presents introductory ecology in an accessible, state-of-the-art format designed to cultivate the novice student’s understanding of, and fascination with, the natural world. In a concise, engaging style, this text outlines the essential principles of ecology from the theoretical fundamentals to their practical applications. Full color artwork, simple pedagogical features, and a wide range of carefully-chosen examples make this book an ideal introduction to ecology for students at all levels.The third edition of this successful text is much more than a simple update, reflecting the vibrancy of the field. With hundreds of new examples, it contains for the first time a separate chapter on evolutionary ecology, with all other chapters, especially those on applied aspects, having been extensively revised and re-written. The new edition also features new artwork and an enhanced design, making this book as attractive as it is up-to-date and relevant.

Outstanding features of the third edition of Essentials of Ecology include:

  • Key Concepts – summarized at the beginning of each chapter
  • History boxes outlining key landmarks in the development of ecology
  • Quantitative boxes – allowing mathematical aspects of ecology to be explained clearly without interrupting the flow of the text
  • Topical ECOncerns boxes – highlighting ethical, social and political questions in ecology
  • Review questions – included at the end of each chapter

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