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The Variety of Life: A Survey and a Celebration of All the Creatures That Have Ever Lived,Used
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This text can be read at many levels. Not least it is an extraordinary inventory an illustrated summary of all the Earthly creatures that have ever lived. Whatever living thing you come across, from Ecoli to an oak tree or an elephant, this book will show you what kind of creature it is, and how it relates to all others. Yet there are far too many creatures to present merely as a catalogue. The list of species already described is vast enough nearly two million but there could in reality be as many as 30 million different animals, plants, fungi and protists and perhaps another 400 million different bacteria and archaea. In the 4000 million years or so since life first began on Earth, there could have been several thousand billion different species. The only way to keep track of so many is to classify placing similar creatures into categories, which nest within larger categories, and so on. As the centuries have passed, so it has become clear that the different groups are far more diverse than had ever been appreciated. Thus Linneus in the 18th century placed all living things in just two kingdoms, Animals and Plants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Variety of Life'? A: 'The Variety of Life' offers an illustrated survey of all the creatures that have ever lived on Earth, providing insights into their classification and relationships.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Colin Tudge, who is known for his work in biology and natural history.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Variety of Life' contains a total of 704 pages filled with detailed information about various species.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 7, 2002.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring it is in mint condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Variety of Life' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is there a return policy for this book? A: Yes, the book comes with a 'no quibbles' return policy, allowing customers to return it if not satisfied.
- Q: What kind of material is the book made of? A: The book does not specify a particular material, but it is a paperback edition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers a wide range of topics related to biodiversity, classification, and the relationships among different species.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for students of biology? A: Yes, 'The Variety of Life' serves as an excellent resource for biology students, providing an extensive overview of life on Earth.