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Book Synopsis: The animal world is immensely diverse, and our understanding of it has been greatly enhanced by molecular biology and the study of evolution and development ("evo-devo"). Moreover, groundbreaking research on genes, and especially key families of genes such as the Homeobox genes which control the development of body plans, has led to radical changes in the classification of animals. In this Very Short Introduction, Peter Holland presents a cutting-edge tour of the animal kingdom, providing an authoritative summary of the modern view of animal life, its origins, and the new classification resulting from DNA studies. Beginning with the definition of animals (not obvious in biological terms), Holland takes the reader through the revolutionary new high-level groupings of animals (phyla) based on evolutionary relationships and ancestry. Ranging from corals and sponges to nematodes, sea squirts, and vertebrates, and illuminating many key topics in zoology, this fascinating, brief overview will be of great value to all students of the life sciences as well as providing a concise summary for the interested lay reader.
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The Animal Kingdom: A Very Short Introduction is a book that takes you on a captivating journey into the incredible diversity of the animal world. Through the lens of molecular biology and the study of evolution and development, this book provides you with a deep understanding of the animal kingdom like never before.
Thanks to groundbreaking research on genes, especially the Homeobox genes which govern the development of body plans, our classification of animals has undergone radical changes. Peter Holland, in this authoritative summary, brings you up to speed with the latest DNA studies and unveils the new high-level groupings of animals based on their evolutionary relationships and ancestry.
From corals and sponges to mysterious nematodes and awe-inspiring vertebrates, this book covers a wide range of fascinating creatures. Whether you are a student of the life sciences or simply an avid reader interested in the wonders of the natural world, this brief overview will captivate your imagination and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the incredible diversity of animal life.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the animal kingdom and expand your understanding of the natural world. Grab your copy of The Animal Kingdom: A Very Short Introduction today and embark on an exhilarating journey into the captivating world of animals.
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