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When published in 1971, Principles of Paleontology (POP) by David Raup and Steven Stanley revolutionized both textbooks and teaching in paleontology by adopting an approach that focused on the process of studying biologic groups, rather than a systematic approach (the study of individual groups of organisms), or an historical approach (narrating events to date). For thishighly anticipated revision of Raup and Stanleys oneterm undergraduate text, two of Raups former studentsMichael Foote and Arnold Milleruse that defining core approach to present a thoroughly uptodate portrait of a field that has undergone major transformations in the last two decades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Principles of Paleontology'? A: The book focuses on the process of studying biological groups rather than a systematic or historical approach, providing a comprehensive understanding of paleontology.
- Q: Who are the authors of this textbook? A: The book is authored by Michael Foote and Arnold Miller, who are former students of David Raup, the original author.
- Q: What edition is 'Principles of Paleontology'? A: This is the third edition of 'Principles of Paleontology', published on August 21, 2006.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as 'Good', indicating that it has been used but is in decent shape.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability.
- Q: Is this textbook suitable for undergraduate students? A: Yes, 'Principles of Paleontology' is designed as a one-term undergraduate text, making it suitable for college-level courses.
- Q: What are the key updates in the latest edition? A: The third edition presents a thoroughly up-to-date portrait of paleontology, reflecting major transformations in the field over the last two decades.
- Q: Can this book be used for self-study? A: Yes, the comprehensive approach and clear explanations make it suitable for self-study by anyone interested in paleontology.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Principles of Paleontology'? A: The book covers various aspects of paleontology, focusing on biological processes, evolutionary concepts, and the study of fossil records.