A Primer of Conservation Biology

by Richard B. Primack

Book Overview

A Primer of Conservation Biology, Fifth Edition, incorporates background, theory, and examples in a lively and readable text that will appeal to a wide audience and stimulate interest in conservation... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0878937285
• ISBN13: 9780878937288
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Sinauer Associates
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Conservation/Biodiversity

This was a required text for a college class. It is easy to read though, and does emphasize the concepts covered in the Biodiversity class.

Dave's Review

It's a very good book with relevant information for the class i'm taking. it's up to date with the newest information.

Excellent introduction to Conservation Biology

Rihard Primack's Essentials of Conservation Biology was the the first textbook to present the fledgling field of conservation biology in a comprehennsive fashion. His Primer of Conservation Biology presents complex topics in a manner that makes this information accessible to a wider readership. The book covers a broad range of topics that includes an accounting of the origins and history of the field of conservation biology. The basic operating principles are offered with numerous examples of their application to real world problems. The author has chosen these examples from many different parts of the world so that all readers can relate to the practical approaches cited. This book serves as an excellent introductory text for readers that want a thorough introduction to conservation biology and access to the jargon of the field. I have recommended this book to students considering entering the field as well as to non-scientists that wish to become familiar with the basics of this new branch of science.