Biology Of Earthworms
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A cornerstone of invertebrate biology, Biology of Earthworms presents a comprehensive and authoritative scientific account of one of the earth's most ecologically vital yet overlooked organisms. C. A. Edwards and J. R. Lofty, both researchers at the Rothamsted Experimental Station in Harpenden, chronicle the anatomy, physiology, behaviour, ecology, and population dynamics of earthworms with meticulous scientific rigour, drawing on decades of field and laboratory research to produce what remains an indispensable reference for soil scientists, ecologists, and zoologists alike. The work argues convincingly for the central role earthworms play in soil fertility and organic matter decomposition, illuminating the profound impact these creatures have on agricultural productivity and ecosystem health. Edwards and Lofty write with the clarity and precision of dedicated scientists, presenting complex biological data in a structured, accessible manner that serves both the specialist and the serious student. This landmark publication raises a fundamental question that lingers long after the final page: how much of the living world beneath our feet remains yet to be understood?
Author: C. A. Edwards & J. R. Lofty
Format: Hardback
Genre: Biology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
A cornerstone of invertebrate biology, Biology of Earthworms presents a comprehensive and authoritative scientific account of one of the earth's most ecologically vital yet overlooked organisms. C. A. Edwards and J. R. Lofty, both researchers at the Rothamsted Experimental Station in Harpenden, chronicle the anatomy, physiology, behaviour, ecology, and population dynamics of earthworms with meticulous scientific rigour, drawing on decades of field and laboratory research to produce what remains an indispensable reference for soil scientists, ecologists, and zoologists alike. The work argues convincingly for the central role earthworms play in soil fertility and organic matter decomposition, illuminating the profound impact these creatures have on agricultural productivity and ecosystem health. Edwards and Lofty write with the clarity and precision of dedicated scientists, presenting complex biological data in a structured, accessible manner that serves both the specialist and the serious student. This landmark publication raises a fundamental question that lingers long after the final page: how much of the living world beneath our feet remains yet to be understood?