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The Vegetation of Antarctica through Geological Time

By: David J. Cantrill,Imogen Poole

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The Vegetation of Antarctica through Geological Time

By: David J. Cantrill,Imogen Poole

The fossil history of plant life in Antarctica is central to our understanding of the evolution of vegetation through geological time and also plays a key role in reconstructing past configurations of the continents and associated climatic conditions. This book provides the only detailed overview of the development of Antarctic vegetation from the Devonian period to the present day, presenting Earth scientists with valuable insights into the break up of the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana. Details of specific floras and ecosystems are provided within the context of changing geological, geographical and environmental conditions, alongside comparisons with contemporaneous and modern ecosystems. The authors demonstrate how palaeobotany contributes to our understanding of the paleoenvironmental changes in the southern hemisphere during this period of Earth history. The book is a complete and up-to-date reference for researchers and students in Antarctic paleobotany and terrestrial paleoecology.

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489

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Cambridge University Press

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113956028X

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9781139560283

The Italian Army of World War I

By: David Nicolle

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The Italian Army of World War I

By: David Nicolle

The dilemma of the young Italian kingdom and the experience of her army in the Great War were unique among the combatant nations. Late to enter the war against the Central Powers, she faced a massively defended Austro-Hungarian front in the north, including strong mountain features, as well as distractions in the Balkans and a simultaneous rebellion in her Libyan colony. Costly and repeated battles on the Isonzo front culminated in the disaster of Caporetto in October 1917, followed by a remarkable revival and eventual victory in 1918. This concise study describes and illustrates the Italian Army's campaigns, organisation, uniforms, weapons and equipment – including the famous 'death companies' and Arditi assault troops.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1782007520

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9781782007524

Ancient Stone Sites of New England and the Debate Over Early European Exploration, 2d ed.

By: David Goudsward

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Ancient Stone Sites of New England and the Debate Over Early European Exploration, 2d ed.

By: David Goudsward

In New England today there are megalithic stones, stone chambers and structures, carvings and petroglyphs, even an unidentified skeleton in armor that defy easy explanation. From Maine to Massachusetts, this work examines various unexplained historical remains in New England, exploring not only the layout and dimensions of such sites--some reminiscent of Stonehenge with their huge stones, astronomical alignments and undiscovered purposes--but also the history and possible explanations for their existence. Theories regarding Norse, Phoenician, Irish, Celtic and Native American origins are presented here in an impartial and logical manner. Sites discussed include Dighton Rock in Berkley, Massachusetts; Newport Tower in Newport, Rhode Island; the Bellows Falls Petroglyphs in Bellows Falls, Vermont; and Mystery Hill in North Salem, New Hampshire (also known as America's Stonehenge), with expanded coverage new to this edition. An appendix provides information regarding sites open to the public.

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245

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McFarland

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1476690731

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9781476690735

The Episcopal Colleagues of Archbishop Thomas Becket

Being the Ford Lectures Delivered in the University of Oxford in Hilary Term 1949

By: David Knowles

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The Episcopal Colleagues of Archbishop Thomas Becket

Being the Ford Lectures Delivered in the University of Oxford in Hilary Term 1949

By: David Knowles

Concentration on the actions and words of the Archbishop alone, and the virtual relegation of his colleagues to the position of a chorus, if not of a conspiracy, has helped, in almost every account, to throw his figure out of historical perspective. First published in 1951 this book re-examines this interpretation.

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210

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Cambridge University Press

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0521054931

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9780521054935

Fiber Bundles

Statistical Models and Applications

By: James U. Gleaton,David Han,James D. Lynch,Hon Keung Tony Ng,Fabrizio Ruggeri

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Fiber Bundles

Statistical Models and Applications

By: James U. Gleaton,David Han,James D. Lynch,Hon Keung Tony Ng,Fabrizio Ruggeri

This book presents a critical overview of statistical fiber bundle models, including existing models and potential new ones. The authors focus on both the physical and statistical aspects of a specific load-sharing example: the breakdown for circuits of capacitors and related dielectrics. In addition, they investigate some areas of open research. This book is designed for graduate students and researchers in statistics, materials science, engineering, physics, and related fields, as well as practitioners and technicians in materials science and mechanical engineering.

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164

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Springer Nature

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3031147979

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9783031147975

Threatened Freshwater Animals of Tropical East Asia

Ecology and Conservation in a Rapidly Changing Environment

By: David Dudgeon

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Threatened Freshwater Animals of Tropical East Asia

Ecology and Conservation in a Rapidly Changing Environment

By: David Dudgeon

This book offers a comprehensive account of the current state of inland waters in tropical and subtropical East Asia, exploring a series of case studies of freshwater fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and water bodies at particular risk. The book highlights the rich freshwater biodiversity of tropical East Asia and draws attention to the various threats it faces due to human activities and rapid environmental change. It addresses the question of whether the contributions of these animals and habitats, or biodiversity in general, to ecosystem functioning and service provision provide sufficient basis for arguments supporting nature conservation. Drawing on instances from the rivers and lakes of tropical East Asia, the book also asks whether the benefits accruing from intact ecosystems are likely to be enough to ensure their preservation. If the answer to either or both these questions is ‘no’, then what are the prospects for freshwater biodiversity in rapidly changing tropical East Asia? This book will be of interest to students and scholars of biodiversity, conservation, freshwater ecology, ecosystem services and Asian Studies.

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249

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Taylor & Francis

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1000629740

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9781000629743

Book's by David I. Poole

The Vegetation of Antarctica through Geological Time

The Vegetation of Antarctica through Geological Time

The Italian Army of World War I

The Italian Army of World War I

Ancient Stone Sites of New England and the Debate Over Early European Exploration, 2d ed.

Ancient Stone Sites of New England and the Debate Over Early European Exploration, 2d ed.

The Episcopal Colleagues of Archbishop Thomas Becket

The Episcopal Colleagues of Archbishop Thomas Becket

Fiber Bundles

Fiber Bundles

Threatened Freshwater Animals of Tropical East Asia

Threatened Freshwater Animals of Tropical East Asia

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