Description du livre
The latest edition of this highly successful and popular textbook has been completely revised and updated to include the latest developments in biogeography. It offers excellent insight into the multi-disciplinary nature of biogeography, providing the student with a sound historical base, up-to-date factual content and a clear explanation of current controversies.
New chapter on molecular evidence for the interpretation of patterns of biogeography
New section on the biogeography of parasitic diseases
Strong use of references providing a platform for advanced students to follow further debate in the current literature
Balanced treatment of continental biogeography, island biogeography and marine biogeography