Wonderful Life ~ The Burgess Shale and the Nature of History ~ Stephen Jay Gould

Description: Wonderful Life : The Burgess Shale and the Nature of History ~ Stephen Jay Gould WONDERFUL LIFE centres on a sensational discovery in the field of palaeontology - the existence, in the Burgess shale . . . of 530 million-year-old fossils unique in age, preservation and diversity . . . . With skill and passion,Gould takes this mute collection of fossils and makes them speak to us. The result challenges some of our most cherished self-perceptions and urges a fundamental re-assesment of our place in the history of life on earth. Condition:Previous owner's name crossed out inside, ink spot on page opposite copyright page. Some small scattered creases to cover with scuffed edges and minor marks, creasing through the spine. Light highlighting of text to only 9 out of the 347 tanned pages. A few stains to lower corner of some pages, scattered marks, pencil calculation inside back cover. Intact in overall acceptable readable condition as per photos. Paperback edition Item will usually be posted on the same day of payment being received. If you prefer guaranteed next day delivery for your item you can select express postage at checkout.

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