evolution

Offers young readers a perspective into the some of the greatest civilizations in history.

"Known for his invaluable contribution to our understanding of life and evolution, Charles Darwin was a scientist who has become legend. His History Makers biography presents primary sources and historical context on his life and legacy. In this title, chapters scrutinize this man as a teacher, traveler, scientist, husband, and author, revealing the personal evolution of an enduring figure"--Amazon.com.

Explores the concept of convergent evolution, where animals that are biologically unrelated to each other develop similar or identical features and capabilities, such as tusks in walruses and elephants, shells in snails and tortoises, or wings on birds and bats.

Examines evolutionary biology, anthropology, economics, and philosophy as related to world history from the Stone Age to now. Highlights the theory that we are creatures of evolution rather than being the masters of our own destinies.

Tells how tiny mammals survived and morphed into lots of new Earthlings.

Provides a comprehensive, in-depth look at evolutionary biology.

An account of the discoveries of the remains of early man and a reconstruction of his life as it must have been.

"Offers useful information applying evolutionary biology, functional genomics, and cell communication studies to complex disease. ... hones in on the 'why and how' of evolution by uniquely focusing on the cell as the smallest unit of biologic structure and function"--Amazon.com.

Examines quantitative models and methods in ecology, behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation; explores the core concepts shared by these related fields using tools and practical skills such as experimental design, generating phylogenies, basic statistical inference, and persuasive grant writing.