| Publication |
Canada, Firefly Books Ltd., 2003.
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| Description |
96pBlue Spine
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| Summary/Abstract |
Imagining what the Earth will be like in post-human periods 5, 100, and 200 million years from now, Pye bases her vision on the evolutionary development of common creatures. An introductory section presents information on contemporary climates, habitats, and animals as well as evolution. From here, giant leaps are made to the animals and habitats of the future. These speculations are presented in a factual manner with realistic illustrations depicting habitats, food preferences, and hidden dangers. Sidebars showing "Evolution in Action" describe the human-age ancestors of these future beings. An interesting and varied layout complete this highly readable work that will be useful for reports and enjoyed as recreational reading.
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| Contents |
Changing world
Our world today
Understanding evolution
Imagining the future
5 million years map
North European Ice
The Mediterranean basin
The Amazon grasslands
The North American deserts
100 million years map
The shallow seas
The Bengal swamp
The Antarctic forest
The Great Plateau
200 million years map
The central desert
The global ocean
The rainshadow desert
The northern forests
Creature profiles
Glossary
Index
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| Standard Number |
1552977250 Pb.
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