Selden, P.; Nudds, J. — Evolution of Fossil Ecosystems

Manson Publishing 160, col illus throughout. . PB. Vg. Inscribed by the first author. From the library of David R. Nellist, British arachnologist, with his name ownership stamp to endpaper.. First edition. Major advances in our understanding of the history of life on Earth have resulted from the study of exceptionally well-preserved fossil sites (Lagerstätten). Study of such sites from around the world and from different periods in geological time can provide a fairly complete picture of the evolution of ecosystems down the ages. This book brings together succinct summaries of 14 of the better-known fossil Lagerstätten, beautifully illustrated throughout. For each site information is provided on its evolutionary position and significance; its background sedimentology, stratigraphy and palaeoenvironment; a description of the biota and palaeoecology, and a comparison with other similar Lagerstätten. The book will be of value to a wide range of students and professionals in palaeontology and related sciences, and to amateur enthusiasts.. [9781840760415]