The Fragmented Forest: Island Biogeography Theory and the Preservation of Biotic Diversity
Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1984. First edition. Hardcover. Second printing with number line to 2. Inscribed warmly on the half-title page: "To Karen, a steadfast friend and supporter in my work and in my life. 1986 has been better and more livable because fo you, God Bless for our futures. Larry D. Harris, 7/12/86." Uncommon signed, and uncommon in hardcover in general. Harris spent his career as a Professor of Wildlife and Range Sciences at the University of Florida, where his papers are held. The Fragmented Forest is described as a significant contribution to the field of ecology, extending E.O. Wilson's important theory to forest management and "creative a practical model that supports diversity and preserves wildlife corridors." It won the 1986 Wildlife Society Publication Award. Green buckram with silver gilt lettering. A fine book lacking the dust jacket, if one was issued with it; likely hardcover copies of this book were few and intended mainly for libraries. a fine. Fine. Item #1127
ISBN: 9780226317632
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