This text traces the discoveries and theories which try to explain how the giraffe got its neck, why big ears are good when things get hot, and how it is that someone called Lucy can claim to be everyone's greatest of great-grandmothers.
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David Burnie trained as a biologist and has been a writer on natural sciences for 20 years. He has written over 75 books and is a past winner of the Science Book Prize.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Not price-clipped. Published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1999. Octavo. Paperback. Book is very good with some toning to the pages, a small surface tear to the front cover and light shelf wear. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York. Seller Inventory # 360723