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Essentials of Ecology outlines the major tenets of ecology in a concise and simplified manner for the introductory level student. It presents a balanced overview of ecology, with examples drawn from terrestrial and aquatic environments, and from a variety of organism types. The text, in four color throughout, is arranged in a format that engages the student at all levels. To make learning easier and more relevant, the practical applications of ecology are also stressed wherever possible.
- Wide range of examples - illustrating key points and concepts.
- Does not assume prior maths knowledge - all mathematical concepts explained.
- Applied approach - brings the student closer to the practical elements of ecology and its role in the world.
- Four colour throughout - bringing the key concepts to life through the strategic use of colour.
- Balanced treatment of ecosystem and organism type - presents a complete overview of ecology.
- Interactive learning encouraged throughout - review questions, margin headings, text boxes and web page.
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Presenting a balanced overview of ecology, with examples drawn from terrestrial and aquatic environments and from a variety of organism types - Essentials of Ecology outlines the major tenets of ecology in a concise and simplified manner.
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The text, in four colour throughout, is accompanied by a superior format which will engage the student at all levels. To make learning easier and more relevant, the practical applications of ecology are also stressed wherever possible.
Colin R. Townsend is the Director of the Ecology, Conservation and Biodiversity Research Group at the University of Otago. He has published over 150 ecology papers and books, including the best-selling and award-winning Ecology, 4th Edition, with co-authors Michael Begon and John L. Harper. He is also co-editor of the international journal Freshwater Biology.
Michael Begon is Professor of Ecology in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Liverpool. He has authored several books in addition to Ecology and around 150 research articles. His current research interests are focused on the population ecology of pathogens in wildlife populations.
John L. Harper is an award-winning biologist and a leading figure in plant population biology. He has served as a council member of the Fellowship of the Royal Society and received the Darwin Arward in 1990. He is also the author of Population Biology of Plants and a co-author of Ecology.
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- PublisherWiley-Blackwell
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0632043482
- ISBN 13 9780632043484
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number1
- Number of pages576
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