The Beak of the Finch. A Story of Evolution in Our Time

Weiner, Jonathan

Published by Jonathan Cape, London, 1994

About this Item

Map of the Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean over both front and rear pastedowns and end papers, attractive b.w. illustrations throughout, some full page, extensive bibliography, pp.332. Outer edges untrimmed, in excellent condition, small portion cut from lower edge of rear of dustwrapper, otherwise undamaged. The story of the work of two scientists who gradually accumulated evidence of natural selection operating over the generations changing the shape of the beak of Darwin's finches. Size: Large 8vo.

Seller Inventory # 006961

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Beak of the Finch. A Story of Evolution in Our Time
• Publisher: Jonathan Cape, London
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Ornithology