Island Life: Or The Phenomena And Causes Of Insular Faunas And Floras (1880)

Island Life: Or The Phenomena And Causes Of Insular Faunas And Floras is a book written by Alfred Russel Wallace in 1880. The book explores the unique and diverse wildlife found on islands and the factors that contribute to their evolution and adaptation. Wallace, a renowned naturalist and explorer, draws on his extensive travels and observations to provide a comprehensive analysis of insular ecosystems. He examines the role of isolation, climate, and geological history in shaping the flora and fauna of islands. The book also includes detailed case studies of specific islands, such as the Galapagos and Madagascar. Island Life is considered a seminal work in the field of biogeography and remains a valuable resource for scientists and nature enthusiasts alike.Including A Revision And Attempted Solution Of The Problem Of Geological Climates.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alfred Russel Wallace
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 556
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 2.16lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d
ISBN: 9781165062591

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