Begon Townsend & Harpers Ecology" has long been regarded as the definitive textbook on all aspects of ecology. This new edition provides a comprehensive treatment of the subject from the first principles of ecology to the current state of the field & aims to improve students preparedness to address the environmental problems of the new millennium. Thoroughly revised & updated this fourth edition
Includes:: three new chapters on applied ecology reflecting a rigorous scientific approach to the ecological problems now facing mankind discussion of over 800 new studies updating the text throughout an updated user-friendly design with margin notes & chapter summaries that serve as study aids. The resulting textbook is easy to use lucid & up-to-date & is the essential reference for all students whose degree program
Includes:: ecology & for practicing ecologists."