this text tells the story of evolution,from the history of the study to the most revent developments inevolutionary theory.The third edition of this successful textbook features updatesand extensive new coverage. The sections on adaptation anddiversity have been reorganized for improved clarity and flow, anda completely updated section on the evolution of sex and theinclusion of more plant examples have all helped to shape this newedition. Evolution also features strong, balanced coverageof population genetics, and scores of new applied plant and animalexamples make this edition even more accessible and engaging.Dedicated website – provides an interactive experience ofthe book, with illustrations downloadable to PowerPoint, and a fullsupplemental package complementing the book –www.blackwellpublishing.com/ridley.Margin icons – indicate where there is relevantinformation included in the dedicated website.Two new chapters – one on evolutionary genomics and oneon evolution and development bring state-of-the-art information tothe coverage of evolutionary study.Two kinds of boxes – one featuring practical applicationsand the other related information, supply added depth withoutinterrupting the flow of the text.Margin comments – paraphrase and highlight keyconcepts.Study and review questions – help students review theirunderstanding at the end of each chapter, while new challengequestions prompt students to synthesize the chapter concepts toreinforce the learning at a deeper level.

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