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Embark on a globe-spanning adventure with David Quammen's seminal work, "The Song of the Dodo," a captivating blend of scientific exploration, travelogue, and historical narrative. Quammen delves into the intricate science of island biogeography, revealing how isolated ecosystems serve as crucial laboratories for understanding evolution and extinction. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, the book illuminates the profound interconnectedness of life and the urgent threats facing biodiversity in our modern era. This unforgettable journey through wild places and extraordinary ideas offers both a compelling scientific adventure and a vital wake-up call for our time.

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paperback

Scribner

Published Jan 1, 1996

702 pages

ISBN: 0684800837

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First Published

1996

Language

eng

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