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Cargando... Galapagos: The Islands That Changed the Worldpor Paul D. Stewart (Fotógrafo)
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"Rocky, fragile, beautiful, strange - the Galápagos archipelago is unlike any other place on earth. Its geology, its unique flora and fauna, and its striking role in human history intersect in surprising and dynamic ways. This book is the most wide-ranging and beautifully illustrated book available on the famous islands. Not since Darwin's Naturalist's Voyage has a book combined so much scientific and historic information with firsthand accounts that bring the Galápagos to life. Galápagos: The Islands That Changed the World describes how tragedy and murderous pirates curtailed settlement of the islands and how the islands' pristine nature, spectacular geology, and defining isolation inspired Darwin's ideas about evolution. The book explores the diverse land and marine habitats that shelter Galápagos species and considers the islands' importance today as a frontier for science and a refuge for true wilderness."--Publisher's description. No se han encontrado descripciones de biblioteca. |
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In particular I appreciated the discussion of bio-geography which was one of the key bits of evidence that Darwin had spotted and covered in "The Origin" but which is so often glossed over nowadays.
A great read in it's own sake, but the book also contains a gazetteer and guide to visits to the islands, so if you are planning such a trip, then this book will help you get the most out of such an adventure.
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