The Lying Stones of Marrakech: Penultimate Reflections in Natural HistoryHarmony Books, 2000 - 372 páginas In his latest collection of essays, Gould once again offers his unmistakable perspective on nature and the people who have tried to make sense of it. 30 illustrations. |
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EPISODES IN THE BIRTH OF PALEONTOLOGY | 7 |
PRESENT AT THE CREATION | 73 |
History in an Age of Revolution | 81 |
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