
Biogeographical Processes
I. G. Simmons(Author)
Routledge (Publisher)
1st Edition
Published on 30. December 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
108 pages
978-0-367-36280-5 (ISBN)
Description
Originally published in 1982, Biogeographical Processes is a concise introduction to biogeography aimed at undergraduate students. It provides a detailed overview of man and his environment and includes data from such research projects as that of the International Biological Programme. The book argues that natural processes can be viewed as a datum line to which the human impact through time is added. It suggests that through this datum line, the man and the biological environment are inextricably linked. The book firstly examines the fundamental processes determining the distribution of plants and animals, and the interactions between such processes leading to the concept of the ecosystem. The book also examines major world ecosystems, or biomes, such as forests, grasslands and oceans as if they were in a natural condition and discusses the affect of human impact upon such systems. The book also discusses the alternative future relationships of man and other living organisms. Although over 30 years old, the book still contains a useful and detailed overview of biogeography. It will be of interest to students or lecturers in ecology, biology and the environmental sciences.
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
General and Undergraduate
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 174 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
209 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-367-36280-5 (9780367362805)
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Content
Preface Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Distributional Processes 2. Ecosystems Processes 3. Biome Processes 4. Man and Biogeographical Processes 5. Envoi Further Reading Glossary Index