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This is an extraordinary book describing the biology of species living in one of the harshest environments on earth, providing a fascinating insight into the way that scientists conduct their studies. Author of many successful ornithology books (including The Magpies and Sperm Competition in Birds), Tim Birkhead has developed a polished and engaging style which makes this book an informative, evocative and lively read. "a treasure that you should immediately add to your bird book collection." --Ron Naveen in the Bird Book Review * Clever blend of biology, travelogue and philosophy of science. * Evocative setting in Canadian arctic. * Text is enriched by David Quinn's superb illustrations and numerous photographs in black and white and colour. * A fine primer for research students into the how and why of research. * Well known author with polished writing style.Birkhead, Tim R. is the author of 'Great Auk Islands: A Field Biologist in the Arctic (T & AD Poyser)', published 1993 under ISBN 9780856610776 and ISBN 0856610771.
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