The latest edition of this highly successful and popular textbook has been completely revised and updated to include the latest developments in biogeography. It offers excellent insight into the multi-disciplinary nature of biogeography, providing the student with a sound historical base, up-to-date factual content and a clear explanation of current controversies.
- New chapter on molecular evidence for the interpretation of patterns of biogeography
- New section on the biogeography of parasitic diseases
- Strong use of references providing a platform for advanced students to follow further debate in the current literature
- Balanced treatment of continental biogeography, island biogeography and marine biogeography
