{"product_id":"galapagos-an-encyclopedia-of-geography-history-and-culture-paperback","title":"Galápagos: An Encyclopedia of Geography, History, and Culture - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRandy Moore\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinner, 2022 RUSA Outstanding Reference Source\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis encyclopedia provides readers with a comprehensive look at the Galápagos Islands, from the wildlife and scientists that made them famous to the challenges and issues the islands face today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the mid-1800s, the Galápagos Islands served as Charles Darwin's playground, a volcanic archipelago where he famously worked on his theories of evolution and natural selection. But who actually discovered the islands? Why didn't any country claim them for more than 200 years? And is ecotourism hurting or helping these mysterious islands?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis volume explores the history, science, and culture of the Galápagos Islands. A preface, introduction, chronology, and \"Galápagos at a Glance\" primer introduce readers to the islands that are so famously associated with Charles Darwin. Twelve thematic essays allow readers to explore such topics as evolution, the geology of the islands, invasive species, and tourism in depth. Topical entries follow, covering key individuals and organizations as well as other important concepts and ideas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThirteen primary document excerpts allow readers to study firsthand accounts from explorers and visitors to the islands. Appendices, a glossary, a bibliography, and sidebars round out the text. Students of history, geography, and science will find this volume informative, while general readers will be intrigued to learn about these unique islands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRandy Moore\u003c\/b\u003e, PhD, is professor of biology at the University of Minnesota, USA. He is coauthor, with Sehoya Cotner, of \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Galápagos: What You'll See and What It Means \u003c\/i\u003e(2013).\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 464\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.93 x 10 x 7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 20, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42733946011711,"sku":"9798765140123","price":86.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/9ee8a62209e3655635d48b2accf3d634.webp?v=1765138064","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/galapagos-an-encyclopedia-of-geography-history-and-culture-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}