Species Concepts in Biology: Historical Development, Theoretical Foundations and Practical Relevance 2016 Edition Contributor(s): Zachos, Frank E. (Author) |
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ISBN: 3319449648 ISBN-13: 9783319449647 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $189.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2016 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Science | Life Sciences - Ecology - Science | Life Sciences - Evolution - Philosophy | Reference |
Dewey: 333.7 |
Physical Information: 0.56" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.11 lbs) 220 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Ecology |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Frank E. Zachos offers a comprehensive review of one of today's most important and contentious issues in biology: the species problem. After setting the stage with key background information on the topic, the book provides a brief history of species concepts from antiquity to the Modern Synthesis, followed by a discussion of the ontological status of species with a focus on the individuality thesis and potential means of reconciling it with other philosophical approaches. |