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Life Underground

The Biology of Subterranean Rodents

By: Eileen A. Lacey

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Life Underground

The Biology of Subterranean Rodents

By: Eileen A. Lacey

Many mammals like to dig in the dirt, but few call it home. Those that do, such as mole-rats, zokors, and tuco-tucos, have developed novel adaptations to their subterranean life, including bones and muscles modified for efficient digging and ways to "see" underground without using their eyes. These unusual traits, adopted independently by unrelated groups around the world, also make subterranean rodents fascinating subjects for biologists. Life Underground provides the first comprehensive review of the biology of subterranean rodents. Arranged by topic rather than by taxon to facilitate cross-species comparisons, chapters cover such subjects as morphology, physiology, social behavior, genetic variation, and evolutionary diversification. Two main questions run throughout the book. First, to what extent has subterranean life shaped the biology of these animals, leading to similar adaptations among otherwise dissimilar species? Second, how have the distinct evolutionary histories of these groups led to different solutions to the challenges posed by life underground?

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470

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University of Chicago Press

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0226467287

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9780226467283

Dying to Win

By: Eileen Goudge

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Dying to Win

By: Eileen Goudge

A murderous senior year kicks off this twist-filled series with “a slickly constructed plot, a bouncy narrative and an abundance of cliffhangers” (Publishers Weekly). The town of Paradiso, California, is abuzz during the lead-up to its annual Peach Blossom Festival. This year, the theme is the 1950s, so the locals are already calling the soon-to-be-named queen, “Peggy Sue” after the Buddy Holly song. The four finalists are all seniors at the high school, with an equal chance of winning the crown—or dying . . . Wealthy and beautiful Lacey Pinkerton is the favorite, since she already rules the school. But her developer father is facing pushback on plans to build a new mall on the endangered scrublands. Activist Raven Cruz has set her mind on becoming an environmental lawyer and desperately needs the full scholarship that comes with being crowned. Kiki De Santis is getting pressured to drop out of the running so her best friend Lacey can win, while April Lovewell is the dark horse. A talented artist, her dream of getting out of Paradiso with her biker boyfriend could come true if she’s named queen. They’re four girls with a lot to win—and lose—but one won’t survive the week. Let the games begin . . .

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158

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Open Road Media

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1504088573

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9781504088572

"Earth Angel"

By: Eileen Hehl

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"Earth Angel"

By: Eileen Hehl

A heavenly story of a rekindled romance that's even better the second time around. Now a widow, Kathryn is reunited with her high school boyfriend when he calls about buying her collection of vintage records. And a dance "for old time's sake" leads to a friendly kiss . . . and a chance to love again.

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520

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Zebra Books

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0821743252

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9780821743256

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