By John E. Weaver, University of Nebraska and Frederic E. Clements, Carnegle Institution of Washington A summary statement of tehe progress of plant ecology. the approach is physiological and emphasis is placed, upon methods of studying vegetation in the field. A series of stimulating, workable experiments is included.
This is a well-written and copiously illustrated account of a tropical forest region. The colour photographs are superb. Nothing like it exists or has been attempted for anywhere else in the tropics. It should become essential reading for advanced students everywhere. The book successfully introduces the diversity, biological facsination and intricate interaction of tropical ecosystems in simpl…