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Biology, life sciences
Paperback. The author argues that the physical sciences cannot address many aspects of nature and that living organisms must be understood at every level of organization. He attempts to map out the territorial overlap between biology and the humanities, especially history and ethics. Num Pages: 352 pages, 1 table. BIC Classification: PS. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (UP) Postgraduate; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 25. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Number of pages
- 352
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674884694
- ISBN
- 9780674884694
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 31.60
€ 36.99
€ 31.60
Paperback. Editor(s): Nayar, Ritu (Northwestern University, Chicago, USA); Wilbur, David. Num Pages: 321 pages, 308 colour illustrations, 3 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MJT; MMF; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 236 x 18. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319110738
- ISBN
- 9783319110738
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 38.94
€ 42.99
€ 38.94
Paperback. This new edition of Biological Oceanography has been greatly updated and expanded since its initial publication in 2004. It presents current understanding of ocean ecology emphasizing the character of marine organisms from viruses to fish and worms, together with their significance to their habitats and to each other. Num Pages: 480 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures, colour plates. BIC Classification: PSPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 275 x 218 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1410.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 480
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781444333022
- ISBN
- 9781444333022
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.05
€ 68.05
Paperback. Offers an introduction to critical transitions in complex systems - the radical changes that happen at tipping points when thresholds are passed. This title describes the dynamical systems theory behind critical transitions, covering catastrophe theory, bifurcations and chaos. Series: Princeton Studies in Complexity. Num Pages: 400 pages, 6 halftones. 131 line illus. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAJ; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 22. Weight in Grams: 466.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 400
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 2009th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691122045
- ISBN
- 9780691122045
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 62.29€ 48.94
€ 62.29
€ 48.94
Hardback. Accented with color plates of select bees, The Bees of the World will continue to be the world's best reference on these diverse insects. Num Pages: 992 pages, 522, 434 black & white line drawings, 40 black & white illustrations, 48 colour illustrat. BIC Classification: GBC; PSVT7. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 189 x 261 x 60. Weight in Grams: 2232.
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Number of pages
- 992
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- 2nd
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801885730
- ISBN
- 9780801885730
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 188.02€ 172.37
€ 188.02
€ 172.37
Paperback. Biomedical Sciences is an indispensable, all encompassing core textbook for first/ second year biomedical science students that will support them throughout their undergraduate career. Editor(s): Iles, Raymond; Docherty, Suzanne. Num Pages: 438 pages, colour illustrations, colour tables, figures. BIC Classification: MB; PS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 191 x 247 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1048.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 438
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470997741
- ISBN
- 9780470997741
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 94.96
€ 94.96
paperback. An introduction to the neuronal mechanisms of pitch and harmony, and the role of neuronal oscillations for brain and mind. Num Pages: 241 pages, 132 b/w illus. BIC Classification: AVA; CF; MJN; PSAN. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 249 x 175 x 13. Weight in Grams: 496.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521697019
- ISBN
- 9780521697019
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.99€ 46.81
€ 51.99
€ 46.81
Paperback. Edexcel's own resources for the GCE 2008 specifications. Editor(s): The University of York Science Education Group (UYSEG). Series: Edexcel A Level Sciences. Num Pages: 296 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 4KL; PS. Category: (UA) A / AS level. Dimension: 264 x 199 x 16. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Publisher
- Pearson Education Limited
- Number of pages
- 296
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781408205914
- ISBN
- 9781408205914
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.92
€ 52.92
Paperback. Provides an encyclopedic overview of S invicta - how they found colonies, construct and defend their nests, forage and distribute food, struggle among themselves for primacy, and even relocate entire colonies - and a lively account of how research is done, how science establishes facts, and the pleasures and problems of a scientific career. Num Pages: 752 pages, 53 color illustrations, 23 halftones, 188 line illustrations, 9 tables. BIC Classification: GBC; PSVT7; WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 184 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1238.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 752
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674072404
- ISBN
- 9780674072404
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 31.60
€ 36.99
€ 31.60
Paperback. Series: New Human Frontiers - Polity. Num Pages: 160 pages. BIC Classification: JMC; PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 190 x 130. .
- Publisher
- Polity Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745689975
- ISBN
- 9780745689975
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 13.69
€ 13.99
€ 13.69
Hardback. Offers an evolutionary history of Darwin's finches since their origin almost 3 million years ago. By continuously tracking finch populations over a period of four decades, this title uncovers the causes and consequences of significant events leading to evolutionary changes in species. Num Pages: 432 pages, 44 color illus. 129 line illus. 21 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 243 x 155 x 24. Weight in Grams: 978.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691160467
- ISBN
- 9780691160467
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 54.37€ 43.04
€ 54.37
€ 43.04
Hardback. Contains some articles on the important topics in seven major areas: phylogenetics and the history of life; selection and adaptation; evolutionary processes; genes, genomes, and phenotypes; speciation and macroevolution; evolution of behavior, society, and humans; and evolution and modern society. Editor(s): Baum, David A.; Futuyma, Douglas J.; Hoekstra, Hopi E.; Moore, Allen J.; Peichel, Catherine Lynn; Schluter, Dolph; Whitlock, Michael. Num Pages: 872 pages, 16 color illus. 4 halftones. 97 line illus. 23 tables. 1 map. BIC Classification: PSAJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 264 x 203 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1946.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 880
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691149776
- ISBN
- 9780691149776
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.93€ 90.42
€ 118.93
€ 90.42
Paperback. To respond to the increasing need to feed the world's population as well as an ever greater demand for a balanced and healthy diet there is a continuing need to produce improved new cultivars or varieties of plants, particularly crop plants. Num Pages: 758 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 198 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1606.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 758
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470664759
- ISBN
- 9780470664759
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.19
€ 67.19
Paperback. Covers various aspects of contemporary biology including gene therapy, the Human Genome Project, DNA testing, and genetic engineering, and fundamental concepts. This book discusses classical and molecular genetics, quantitative and population genetics including cloning and genetic diseases, and the many applications of genetics to the world. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231130134
- ISBN
- 9780231130134
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 29.75
€ 41.99
€ 29.75
Paperback. This easy-to-follow outline of the typical one-year course in biochemistry helps students grasp course content and prepare for exams. Series: Schaum's Outline Series. Num Pages: 528 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 276 x 206 x 23. Weight in Grams: 790.
- Publisher
- McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
- Number of pages
- 506
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780071472272
- ISBN
- 9780071472272
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 27.67
€ 42.99
€ 27.67
Paperback. Focusing on the period from 1970s onwards, this is a study of the relationship between politics, economics, science, and cultural values in the United States. It demonstrates that the history of biotechnology cannot be understood without taking into account the simultaneous rise of neo-liberalism as a political force and an economic policy. Series: In Vivo - A Mclellan Book. Num Pages: 208 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PDX; PSAD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 14. Weight in Grams: 334.
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295987910
- ISBN
- 9780295987910
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 34.87
€ 37.99
€ 34.87
Paperback. Featuring concise, identification-focused text positioned opposite the colour plates to allow quick and easy reference, this guide also includes detailed distribution maps for every species of bird found in the spectacular and tourist-friendly country of Chile. Illustrator(s): Beadle, David. Series: Helm Field Guides. Num Pages: 240 pages, 98 colour photos. BIC Classification: 1KLSH; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 211 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 448.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780713646887
- ISBN
- 9780713646887
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 32.72
€ 38.99
€ 32.72
Paperback. New 2015 A-Level Biology for AQA: Year 2 Student Book with Online Edition Editor(s): CGP Books. Num Pages: 310 pages. BIC Classification: 4KLR; PS. Category: (ES) Secondary. Dimension: 195 x 256 x 15. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Publisher
- Coordination Group Publications Ltd (CGP)
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782943242
- ISBN
- 9781782943242
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 27.99€ 26.51
€ 27.99
€ 26.51
Paperback. Charles Darwin's experiences in the Galapagos Islands in 1835 helped to guide his thoughts toward a revolutionary theory: that species were not fixed but diversified from their ancestors over many generations. This book explains what we have learned about the origin and evolution of new species. Series: Princeton Series in Evolutionary Biology. Num Pages: 224 pages, 120 color illus. 46 line illus. 3 tables. BIC Classification: 1KLSEG; PDZ; PSAJ; PSVW6. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691149998
- ISBN
- 9780691149998
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 28.02
€ 37.99
€ 28.02
Paperback. Most conventional gardening books concentrate on how and when to carry out horticultural tasks such as pruning, seed sowing and taking cuttings. Science and the Garden, Third Edition is unique in explaining in straightforward terms some of the science that underlies these practices. Editor(s): Ingram, David S.; Vince-Prue, Daphne; Gregory, Peter J. Num Pages: 392 pages. BIC Classification: PSA; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189. .
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 392
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118778432
- ISBN
- 9781118778432
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.29
€ 54.29
Hardback. Editor(s): Washington, Howard S.; Jimenez, Chris E. Castillo. Num Pages: 148 pages. BIC Classification: MFC; PS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 260 x 13. Weight in Grams: 450.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 148
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781622573264
- ISBN
- 9781622573264
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 226.51€ 153.78
€ 226.51
€ 153.78
Hardback. Provides breeders and veterinarians with a range of information on Genetics. The authors have reviewed the traditional sources of scientific literature, and conducted interviews with veterinarians, researchers and breeders. Their aim has been to make the book accessible, whilst providing an impartial look at sometimes controversial issues. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; WNGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 167 x 21. Weight in Grams: 398. 272 pages, black & white illustrations. Provides breeders and veterinarians with a range of information on Genetics. The authors have reviewed the traditional sources of scientific literature, and conducted interviews with veterinarians, researchers and breeders. Their aim has been to make the book accessible, whilst providing an impartial look at sometimes controversial issues. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PSAK; WNGC. Dimension: 246 x 167 x 21. Weight: 550.
- Publisher
- Elsevier Health Sciences
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750640695
- ISBN
- 9780750640695
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 75.60
€ 75.60
Hardback. The book aims to integrate our understanding of mammalian societies into a novel synthesis that is relevant to behavioural ecologists, ecologists, and anthropologists. Num Pages: 760 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JHM; PSVP; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 199 x 254 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1602.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781119095323
- ISBN
- 9781119095323
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 61.27
€ 61.27
Paperback. Suitable for researchers, undergraduates, and graduate students in ecology, evolutionary biology, animal behavior, and zoology. This book enables researchers to probe animal social structure at various levels, from the individual to the population. Num Pages: 208 pages, 47 line illus. 17 tables. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 306.
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 204
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691127521
- ISBN
- 9780691127521
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.97€ 40.56
€ 50.97
€ 40.56