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The once accepted theory that the Amazonian forests have remained stable for millions of years can no longer be held in the light of contemporary information. This is a critical appraisal of the available evidence on the history of Amazonia during the last 1.8 million years, reviewing the geology, geomorphology, palaeoclimatology, pedology, botany and zoology. There is special emphasis on neotropical birds, butterflies and plants. Much new material is introduced, along with background information and alternative hypotheses from other sources. The significance of the biogeographical studies for human activities is also discussed.

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Author:   T. C. Whitmore ,  Ghillean T. Prance
Publisher:   Oxford University Press
Imprint:   Clarendon Press
Volume:   3
Dimensions:   Width: 15.00cm , Height: 2.10cm , Length: 23.00cm
Weight:   0.780kg
ISBN:  

9780198545460

ISBN 10:   0198545460
Pages:   220
Publication Date:   01 August 1987
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order  
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