Deserts by Michael Allaby

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Presents the intricacies of the desert ecosystem, explaining how and why deserts form, where they are found on Earth, and their basic characteristics. Chapter-by-chapter coverage describes the fauna of the desert, the history of these habitats, the relationship of humanity to the deserts, the climate of desert areas, and more.

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Deserts by Michael Allaby

Presents the intricacies of the desert ecosystem, explaining how and why deserts form, where they are found on Earth, and their basic characteristics. Chapter-by-chapter coverage describes the fauna of the desert, the history of these habitats, the relationship of humanity to the deserts, the climate of desert areas, and more.
Michael Allaby is the author, coauthor, or editor of more than 40 books, mainly on science, natural history, and environmental topics. Among other professional affiliations, he is a member of the New York Academy of Sciences and the Association of British Science Writers. For Facts On File, Allaby has written the eight-volume Dangerous Weather set, as well as the acclaimed two-volume Encyclopedia of Weather and Climate.
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ISBN 13 9780816053209
ISBN 10 0816053200
Title Deserts
Author Michael Allaby
Series Biomes Of The Earth Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Facts On File Inc
Year published 2006-07-30
Number of pages 272
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