"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Besides heft and beauty, Animal has authority. Editors-in-chief David Burnie and Don E. Wilson are top biologists, and they have assembled a crack team of consultants for each section of the book. For instance, Richard Rosenblatt of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography takes charge of the chapter on fishes, so all the classification, behavior, and distribution data is up-to-date and full of the kind of detail that comes from years of professional specialization. In addition to basic size, location, and status information, each animal gets a short, one- to two-paragraph description, enough to give a feel for the creature:
The blackfin icefish produces a natural "antifreeze," enabling it to survive in the subzero waters of the Antarctic. It lacks red blood cells and hence looks rather pale, but has excellent blood circulation, and a strong heart which weighs as much as that of a small mammal. Its large, toothy mouth led to it being called the crocodile fish by 19th-century whalers.
Biodiversity has never been more at the forefront of biologists' concerns, and Animal reports on the issues critical to ecology, from habitat loss to the species that are most endangered within each class.
This book is an ideal browsing reference for all experience levels, as well as a delightful addition to the collection of any animal enthusiast or classroom. Of necessity, not all species are covered, but as a general source of information down to the genus level, Animal excels. Don't be put off by the price! Extraordinarily beautiful, biologically accurate, and packed with furry, feathery, finny, many-legged delights, Animal is one of the very best science books of 2001. --Therese Littleton
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
US$ 4.30
Within U.S.A.
Book Description Condition: new. Seller Inventory # FrontCover0789477645
Book Description Condition: new. Seller Inventory # newMercantile_0789477645
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Prompt service guaranteed. Seller Inventory # Clean0789477645
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. Seller Inventory # think0789477645
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New. Seller Inventory # Wizard0789477645
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_0789477645
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 7.8. Seller Inventory # Q-0789477645
Book Description Condition: New. Book is in NEW condition. Seller Inventory # 0789477645-2-1
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published. Seller Inventory # 353-0789477645-new
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Brand New!. Seller Inventory # VIB0789477645