The Theory of Island Biogeography
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The Theory of Island Biogeography by Robert H Macarthur
Develops a general theory to explain the facts of island biogeography which builds on the first principles of population ecology and genetics to explain how distance and area combine to regulate the balance between immigration and extinction in island populations.
"Anyone interested in the history of modern ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation biology should be aware of the content and impact of this seminal work"--Sharon Kingsland, Journal of the History of Biology
Robert M. May has been a pioneer in theoretically driven biology for the last thirty years. He has done key work in population ecology, the dynamics of infectious diseases, extinctions, and other areas. He is currently a Professor at Oxford University as well as President of the Royal Society in Britain. Robert H. MacArthur was Professor of Biology at Princeton University until his death in 1972. Edward O. Wilson is University Research Professor and Honorary Curator in Entomology at Harvard University. He is the author of many books, including Biodiversity, Biophilia. The Diversity of Life, and Naturalist.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780691088365 |
| ISBN 10 | 0691088365 |
| Title | The Theory of Island Biogeography |
| Author | Robert H Macarthur |
| Series | Princeton Landmarks In Biology |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Princeton University Press |
| Year published | 2001-03-18 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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