Ghillean T. Prance Livres

The series on Evolutionary Biology features comprehensive volumes that present critical reviews and original research on diverse topics in the field. It aims to publish in-depth manuscripts that explore both classical and modern aspects of evolutionary biology. The editors actively seek contributions from an international pool of authors, ensuring a broad representation of ideas and findings. Each volume includes detailed studies, methodologies, and discussions on various evolutionary themes, supported by extensive references and appendices.

Focusing on the family Humiraceae, this comprehensive monograph delves into various aspects such as economic botany, conservation, and phylogenetic relationships. It presents detailed information on taxonomic history, ecology, cytology, and phytochemistry, supported by illustrations, photographs, and distribution maps. Authored by a leading authority, the volume encompasses eight genera, 65 species, and 15 infraspecific taxa, including the description of two new species, making it a vital resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike.

This book, views the rainforest through the eyes of both the scientist and the artist, who shows us the color, the light, the diversity of the greens and blues of the vegetation, and, above all, the spirit and very essence of the rainforest.

Tells the fascinating tale of the quest for ownership of the Spice Islands, a quest that caused international conflict and resulted in nations warring, both at sea and in there own parliaments.