Integrated Principles of Zoology [Paperback]

Jr. Cleveland P. Hickman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071287973 | ISBN-13: 978-0071287975 | Publication Date: November 2007 | Edition: 14th

Emphasizing the principles of evolution and zoological science, this best-selling text describes the diversity of animal life and the fascinating adaptations that enable animals to inhabit so many ecological niches. Featuring high quality illustrations and photographs and an engaging narrative, "Integrated Principles of Zoology" is considered the standard by which other texts are measured. With its traditional organization and comprehensive coverage, this text is suitable for one- or two-semester introductory courses in zoology.

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About the Author

Cleve Hickman is Professor Emeritus at Washington and Lee University, Lexington, VA. He received his Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of British Columbia, did research in animal physiology for eight years, and taught zoology for over 30 years. He's made over 20 trips to the Galapagos Islands for research and as an instructor for student field trips Allan Larson is an Associate Professor at Washington University, St. Louis, MO. He received his Ph.D. in Genetics at the University of California, Berkeley. His fields of specialization include Evolutionary Biology, Molecular Population Genetics and Systematics, and Amphibian Systematics. He's taught courses in general biology, evolution, and population biology.

Product Details

• Paperback: 910 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education; 14th edition (November 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071287973
• ISBN-13: 978-0071287975
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,004,989 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book for Zoological Studies, February 9, 2011

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This review is from: Integrated Principles of Zoology (Hardcover)

To be honest, I haven't used the book yet, but I did thumb through it to write this review. I know this probably isn't overly helpful, but from my quick read of the book, I can make a few comments.
1. While the subject is somewhat collegiate, the textbook resembles an upper-level high school bio, or perhaps freshman in college bio, difficulty in its organization and presentation, and it seems rather comprehensive and unfocused. This does make the book easier to read, but makes me wonder how helpful it will be for my Biology 376 course, a class that is taken by Biology majors in their 3rd year.
2. While the organization of the book is somewhat sophomoric, as noted above, it is broken up into manageable chunks with meaningful headings and full-color pictures and diagrams seem quite prevalent.
3. On the topic of pictures and diagrams, I have found that many biology books seem to place these things somewhat randomly and sporadically, or the picture is on a different page than the text which discusses it (very frustrating). This book, however, seems to have pictures only when they are needed, as for the latter part of the previous sentence, I can only assume that less pictures means the picture and description will end up on the same page more often than not. Though again, I haven't read the book, so I can't say for sure, but the few I looked at lined up nicely.

Overall, great book for any class that is studying zoology and animal biology, but it seems rather comprehensive, so if you need a more specific or focused text, I would look elsewhere.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great, January 12, 2012

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The zoology book was just what I was expecting. Great shipping, came in time for Christmas, great product, great everything. Thank you

4.0 out of 5 stars as described, January 11, 2012

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Lisa M - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Integrated Principles of Zoology (Hardcover)

My book got here on time, and it was as described. However, when said that corners worn to boards, I didn't realize that the edges of the book were going to be frayed. It's nothing a tape job can't fix up, though! Over all, product in good condition. But the condition details should be good, and not very good. I was a little mislead.