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L'origine della donna

de Elaine Morgan ...

Traducido por Bruno Oddera ...

Elaine Morgan, autrice di questo libro, non è né una femminista né un’accademica, ma una delle maggiori scrittrici di scienza. Madre di tre bambini, all’età di cinquantadue anni, nel 1972, scrisse L’origine della donna, che divenne subito un best seller mondiale, tradotto in venticinque paesi ma ignorato dalla comunità scientifica. Dissacratorio sin dal titolo (echeggia con sorridente humour ... Leer más

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Elaine Morgan, autrice di questo libro, non è né una femminista né un’accademica, ma una delle maggiori scrittrici di scienza. Madre di tre bambini, all’età di cinquantadue anni, nel 1972, scrisse L’origine della donna, che divenne subito un best seller mondiale, tradotto in venticinque paesi ma ignorato dalla comunità scientifica. Dissacratorio sin dal titolo (echeggia con sorridente humour
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Confluence of Evolutionary Science and Christian Faith

Toward an Integration

de Joseph Fortier ...

In this book I have attempted to chart a path for the reader toward understanding how rigorous empirical scientific thought and solid, informed as well as inspired religious faith are in fact congruent with respect to evolution. The instruments that are used in this book to chart this path include: (1) the findings of scripture scholars regarding the Genesis creation narratives; (2) the basic ... Leer más

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In this book I have attempted to chart a path for the reader toward understanding how rigorous empirical scientific thought and solid, informed as well as inspired religious faith are in fact congruent with respect to evolution. The instruments that are used in this book to chart this path include: (1) the findings of scripture scholars regarding the Genesis creation narratives; (2) the basic
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The Neanderthal's Necklace

In Search of the First Thinkers

de Juan Luis Arsuaga ...

Traducido por Andy Klatt ...

Neanderthals are at the center of this compelling narrative by Europe's leading anthropologist, not because they were our ancestors but because they were not. Members of a parallel humanity that evolved in Europe for hundreds of thousands of years, they were in direct competition with Cro-Magnons -- modern humans. The way Neanderthals lived and the reasons why they disappeared 50,000 years ago ... Leer más

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Neanderthals are at the center of this compelling narrative by Europe's leading anthropologist, not because they were our ancestors but because they were not. Members of a parallel humanity that evolved in Europe for hundreds of thousands of years, they were in direct competition with Cro-Magnons -- modern humans. The way Neanderthals lived and the reasons why they disappeared 50,000 years ago
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Orchid Biology: Recent Trends & Challenges

Edición de Shaik Mahammad Khasim, Sadanand Nagesh Hegde, María Teresa González-Arnao, Kanchit Thammasiri ...

This book on “Orchid Biology: Recent Trends & Challenges” reviews the latest strategies for the preservation and conservation of orchid diversity and orchid germplasm. It is an outcome of the Proceedings of the International Symposium on “Biodiversity of Medicinal Plants & Orchids: Emerging Trends and Challenges” held on 9-11 February 2018 at Acharya Nagarjuna University, India. In addition, ... Leer más

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This book on “Orchid Biology: Recent Trends & Challenges” reviews the latest strategies for the preservation and conservation of orchid diversity and orchid germplasm. It is an outcome of the Proceedings of the International Symposium on “Biodiversity of Medicinal Plants & Orchids: Emerging Trends and Challenges” held on 9-11 February 2018 at Acharya Nagarjuna University, India. In addition,
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Epigenetic Processes and Evolution of Life

de Jana Švorcová, Anton Markoš ...

The book covers the possible story of emergence of life and its subsequent evolution, emphasizing the necessary evolutionary step negotiation of a common "language set" which kept all inhabitants in the biosphere together, ensuring a basic level of understanding among them. The book focuses on "protocols of communication" (both genetic and epigenetic) representing norms shared and understood ... Leer más

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The book covers the possible story of emergence of life and its subsequent evolution, emphasizing the necessary evolutionary step negotiation of a common "language set" which kept all inhabitants in the biosphere together, ensuring a basic level of understanding among them. The book focuses on "protocols of communication" (both genetic and epigenetic) representing norms shared and understood
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Zoo and Aquarium History

Ancient Animal Collections to Conservation Centers

Edición de Vernon N. Kisling, Jr ...

Wild animals have been housed in zoos and aquariums for 5,000 years, fascinating people living in virtually every society. Today, these institutions are at a new milestone in their history. This second edition of Zoo and Aquarium History takes the reader on a journey through the transition of private collections to menageries, to zoos, then zoological gardens, and more recently conservation ... Leer más

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Wild animals have been housed in zoos and aquariums for 5,000 years, fascinating people living in virtually every society. Today, these institutions are at a new milestone in their history. This second edition of Zoo and Aquarium History takes the reader on a journey through the transition of private collections to menageries, to zoos, then zoological gardens, and more recently conservation
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Speciation in the Brazilian Spiny Rats

Exploring Genetic and Ecological Factors in Brazilian Spiny Rat Speciation

de João Moojen ...

In "Speciation in the Brazilian Spiny Rats," Jo√£o Moojen meticulously examines the intricate evolutionary processes that underpin the speciation of these unique rodents endemic to Brazil. Utilizing a blend of rigorous field research and comprehensive genetic analysis, Moojen unravels the complex relationships between ecological niches and specific morphological traits. Written in a clear and ... Leer más

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In "Speciation in the Brazilian Spiny Rats," Jo√£o Moojen meticulously examines the intricate evolutionary processes that underpin the speciation of these unique rodents endemic to Brazil. Utilizing a blend of rigorous field research and comprehensive genetic analysis, Moojen unravels the complex relationships between ecological niches and specific morphological traits. Written in a clear and
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Biochemical Evolution

The Pursuit of Perfection

de Athel Cornish-Bowden ...

Biochemical Evolution: The Pursuit of Perfection, Second Edition describes the relationship between biochemistry and evolutionary biology, arguing that each depends on the other to be properly understood. ... Leer más

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Biochemical Evolution: The Pursuit of Perfection, Second Edition describes the relationship between biochemistry and evolutionary biology, arguing that each depends on the other to be properly understood.
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Morphodynamics

de Adolf Seilacher, Alan D. Gishlick ...

Morphodynamics is defined as the unique interaction among environment, functional morphology, developmental constraints, phylogeny, and time-all of which shape the evolution of life. These fabricational patterns and similarities owe their regularity not to a detailed genetic program, but to extrinsic factors, which may be mechanical, chemical, or b ... Leer más

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Morphodynamics is defined as the unique interaction among environment, functional morphology, developmental constraints, phylogeny, and time-all of which shape the evolution of life. These fabricational patterns and similarities owe their regularity not to a detailed genetic program, but to extrinsic factors, which may be mechanical, chemical, or b
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The Autobiography of Charles Darwin

de Charles Darwin ...

My father's autobiographical recollections, given in the present chapter, were written for his children,—and written without any thought that they would ever be published. To many this may seem an impossibility; but those who knew my father will understand how it was not only possible, but natural. The autobiography bears the heading, 'Recollections of the Development of my Mind and Character,' ... Leer más

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My father's autobiographical recollections, given in the present chapter, were written for his children,—and written without any thought that they would ever be published. To many this may seem an impossibility; but those who knew my father will understand how it was not only possible, but natural. The autobiography bears the heading, 'Recollections of the Development of my Mind and Character,'
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Evolução Espontânea

de Bruce H. Lipton ...

Evolução Espontânea oferece um ponto de vista animador sobre o destino da humanidade e é um desses livros que podem mudar a visão do mundo. Com pitadas de humor espiritual e sólidos conhecimentos científicos, Bruce Lipton e Steve Bhaerman apresentamuma versão diferente a respeito da civilização que surge diante de nós. Ao levarem o leitor para além da análise do colapso das economias ou da ... Leer más

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Evolução Espontânea oferece um ponto de vista animador sobre o destino da humanidade e é um desses livros que podem mudar a visão do mundo. Com pitadas de humor espiritual e sólidos conhecimentos científicos, Bruce Lipton e Steve Bhaerman apresentamuma versão diferente a respeito da civilização que surge diante de nós. Ao levarem o leitor para além da análise do colapso das economias ou da
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Darwin

Biografie - Sein Leben und Wirken

de William Preyer ...

In "Darwin. Sein Leben und Wirken" zeichnet William Preyer ein lebendiges und faszinierendes Porträt des großen Naturforschers Charles Darwin, dessen Ideen das wissenschaftliche Weltbild grundlegend veränderten. Das Werk verbindet biografische Erzählung mit wissenschaftlicher Geschichte und macht die Persönlichkeit Darwins ebenso greifbar wie die Bedeutung seiner revolutionären Erkenntnisse. Von ... Leer más

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In "Darwin. Sein Leben und Wirken" zeichnet William Preyer ein lebendiges und faszinierendes Porträt des großen Naturforschers Charles Darwin, dessen Ideen das wissenschaftliche Weltbild grundlegend veränderten. Das Werk verbindet biografische Erzählung mit wissenschaftlicher Geschichte und macht die Persönlichkeit Darwins ebenso greifbar wie die Bedeutung seiner revolutionären Erkenntnisse. Von
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Animate

How Animals Shape the Human Mind

de Michael Bond ...

A mind-expanding deep dive into how animals have shaped us, from the Paleolothic Period to the present day.In Animate, acclaimed science writer Michael Bond explores how animals have profoundly influenced our minds and cultures. Drawing on cutting-edge insights from psychology, anthropology, literature and neuroscience, Bond traces the varied ways their lives have affected ours, from our hunter ... Leer más

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A mind-expanding deep dive into how animals have shaped us, from the Paleolothic Period to the present day.In Animate, acclaimed science writer Michael Bond explores how animals have profoundly influenced our minds and cultures. Drawing on cutting-edge insights from psychology, anthropology, literature and neuroscience, Bond traces the varied ways their lives have affected ours, from our hunter
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Pleistocene Soricidae from San Josecito Cave, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Unveiling Prehistoric Mexican Wildlife Through Fossil Analysis

de James S. Findley ...

In "Pleistocene Soricidae from San Josecito Cave, Nuevo Leon, Mexico," James S. Findley presents a meticulous examination of the Pleistocene shrew species unearthed in the historically rich San Josecito Cave. This scholarly work is characterized by its rigorous methodology and detailed paleontological analysis, positioning the shrews within both the geological and ecological frameworks of their ... Leer más

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In "Pleistocene Soricidae from San Josecito Cave, Nuevo Leon, Mexico," James S. Findley presents a meticulous examination of the Pleistocene shrew species unearthed in the historically rich San Josecito Cave. This scholarly work is characterized by its rigorous methodology and detailed paleontological analysis, positioning the shrews within both the geological and ecological frameworks of their
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Darwin in het nieuws

de Mark Nelissen ...

Het nieuwe boek van gedragsbioloog Mark Nelissen Waarom raken veel mensen zo gemakkelijk verslaafd aan hun smartphone? Wat hebben de vele kookprogramma's op tv met porno te maken? Waarom laten vrouwen hun borsten vergroten? En waarom zijn vrijwel alle humoristen mannen? We geloven maar al te graag dat ons gedrag gedirigeerd wordt door bewuste, rationele argumenten. We noemen onszelf toch niet voor ... Leer más

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Het nieuwe boek van gedragsbioloog Mark Nelissen Waarom raken veel mensen zo gemakkelijk verslaafd aan hun smartphone? Wat hebben de vele kookprogramma's op tv met porno te maken? Waarom laten vrouwen hun borsten vergroten? En waarom zijn vrijwel alle humoristen mannen? We geloven maar al te graag dat ons gedrag gedirigeerd wordt door bewuste, rationele argumenten. We noemen onszelf toch niet voor
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Mutants. À quoi ressemblerons-nous demain ?

de Jean-François Bouvet ...

Au secours, les mutants sont parmi nous ! Saviez-vous que la taille moyenne des Français a augmenté de près de 5 cm en 30 ans, et qu’il y a désormais 15 % d’obèses parmi les adultes ? Qu’une petite fille afro-américaine sur quatre commence sa puberté vers 7 ans ? Qu’à l’échelle de la planète la concentration spermatique a baissé de près de 40 % en un demi-siècle ? L’être humain est manifestement ... Leer más

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Au secours, les mutants sont parmi nous ! Saviez-vous que la taille moyenne des Français a augmenté de près de 5 cm en 30 ans, et qu’il y a désormais 15 % d’obèses parmi les adultes ? Qu’une petite fille afro-américaine sur quatre commence sa puberté vers 7 ans ? Qu’à l’échelle de la planète la concentration spermatique a baissé de près de 40 % en un demi-siècle ? L’être humain est manifestement
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Philosophical Foundations of Evolutionary Psychology

de August John Hoffman ...

Philosophical Foundations of Evolutionary Psychology describes the unique relationship between early schools of thought in Greek philosophy, modern psychology, and most recently evolutionary psychology. This volume provides the reader with a concise history and description of some of the most important theories used in understanding human behaviors (i.e., the mind-body duality, the essence of ... Leer más

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Philosophical Foundations of Evolutionary Psychology describes the unique relationship between early schools of thought in Greek philosophy, modern psychology, and most recently evolutionary psychology. This volume provides the reader with a concise history and description of some of the most important theories used in understanding human behaviors (i.e., the mind-body duality, the essence of
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Evolution and Crime

de Jason Roach, Ken Pease ...

Series series Crime Science Series
Human physique and behaviour has been shaped by the pressures of natural selection. This is received wisdom in all scientifically informed circles. Currently, the topic of crime is rarely touched upon in textbooks on evolution and the topic of evolution rarely even mentioned in criminology textbooks. This book for the first time explores how an evolution informed criminology has clear implications ... Leer más

$57.99 USD

Human physique and behaviour has been shaped by the pressures of natural selection. This is received wisdom in all scientifically informed circles. Currently, the topic of crime is rarely touched upon in textbooks on evolution and the topic of evolution rarely even mentioned in criminology textbooks. This book for the first time explores how an evolution informed criminology has clear implications
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Autobiografía

de Charles Darwin ...

Series Libro 3 - Biblioteca Darwin
Esta autobiografía de Charles Darwin se publicó en su primera edición censurada por la familia (especialmente por sus opiniones sobre la religión), y sólo en la década de 1950 se recuperó la versión íntegra, sin recortes, que publicamos aquí. Los pasajes censurados aparecen en negrita."Un editor alemán me escribió pidiéndome un informe sobre la evolución de mi mente y mi carácter —escribe Darwin—, ... Leer más

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Esta autobiografía de Charles Darwin se publicó en su primera edición censurada por la familia (especialmente por sus opiniones sobre la religión), y sólo en la década de 1950 se recuperó la versión íntegra, sin recortes, que publicamos aquí. Los pasajes censurados aparecen en negrita."Un editor alemán me escribió pidiéndome un informe sobre la evolución de mi mente y mi carácter —escribe Darwin—,
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Aging is a Group-Selected Adaptation

Theory, Evidence, and Medical Implications

de Joshua Mitteldorf ...

Although books exist on the evolution of aging, this is the first book written from the perspective of again as an adaptive program. It offers an insight into the implications of research on aging genetics, The author proposes the Demographic Theory of Senescence, whereby aging has been affirmatively selected because it levels the death rate over time helping stabilize population dynamics and ... Leer más

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Although books exist on the evolution of aging, this is the first book written from the perspective of again as an adaptive program. It offers an insight into the implications of research on aging genetics, The author proposes the Demographic Theory of Senescence, whereby aging has been affirmatively selected because it levels the death rate over time helping stabilize population dynamics and
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Muscles of Chordates

Development, Homologies, and Evolution

de Rui Diogo, Janine M. Ziermann, Julia Molnar, Natalia Siomava, Virginia Abdala ...

Chordates comprise lampreys, hagfishes, jawed fishes, and tetrapods, plus a variety of more unfamiliar and crucially important non-vertebrate animal lineages, such as lancelets and sea squirts. This will be the first book to synthesize, summarize, and provide high-quality illustrations to show what is known of the configuration, development, homology, and evolution of the muscles of all major ... Leer más

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Chordates comprise lampreys, hagfishes, jawed fishes, and tetrapods, plus a variety of more unfamiliar and crucially important non-vertebrate animal lineages, such as lancelets and sea squirts. This will be the first book to synthesize, summarize, and provide high-quality illustrations to show what is known of the configuration, development, homology, and evolution of the muscles of all major
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The Intelligent Creation of Life

de Adam Mann ...

This book follows an amazing voyage from the start of everything, through the formation of the Solar System and onto the development of First Life on the initially barren Earth. A good way to start is to explain that you, the reader, are literally a star child. Absolutely every single component of every atom in your body came into existence 14,000 million years ago at the moment the Universe ... Leer más

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This book follows an amazing voyage from the start of everything, through the formation of the Solar System and onto the development of First Life on the initially barren Earth. A good way to start is to explain that you, the reader, are literally a star child. Absolutely every single component of every atom in your body came into existence 14,000 million years ago at the moment the Universe
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The Individual in the Animal Kingdom

de Julian S. Huxley ...

The groundbreaking first book by a major evolutionary biologist, published in 1912, that anticipated current thinking about organismal complexity.Julian Huxley’s The Individual in the Animal Kingdom, published in 1912, is a concise and groundbreaking work that is almost entirely unknown today. In it, Huxley analyzes the evolutionary advances in life’s organizational complexity, anticipating many ... Leer más

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The groundbreaking first book by a major evolutionary biologist, published in 1912, that anticipated current thinking about organismal complexity.Julian Huxley’s The Individual in the Animal Kingdom, published in 1912, is a concise and groundbreaking work that is almost entirely unknown today. In it, Huxley analyzes the evolutionary advances in life’s organizational complexity, anticipating many
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Antarctic Peninsula & Tierra del Fuego: 100 years of Swedish-Argentine scientific cooperation at the end of the world

Proceedings of "Otto Nordensjold's Antarctic Expedition of 1901-1903 and Swedish Scientists in Patagonia: A Symposium", Buenos Aires, Argentina, March 2-7, 2003

Edición de Jorge Rabassa, Maria Laura Borla ...

This symposium, held in Argentina in March 2003, commemorates Otto Nordenskjold's 1901 expedition, and pays tribute to the Swedish and Argentinian explorers who took on the challenge of early fieldwork in Patagonia and Antarctica. This theme is extended to include recent fieldwork in the natural sciences in the Archipelago of Tierra del Fuego, the ... Leer más

$94.99 USD

This symposium, held in Argentina in March 2003, commemorates Otto Nordenskjold's 1901 expedition, and pays tribute to the Swedish and Argentinian explorers who took on the challenge of early fieldwork in Patagonia and Antarctica. This theme is extended to include recent fieldwork in the natural sciences in the Archipelago of Tierra del Fuego, the
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