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With a focus on history and military, Harper's books provide a unique insight into how we've come to understand the fossil record and its implications for our understanding of historical ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are interested in the methodologies used in palaeobiology or the analytical approaches in palaeontological studies, David A. T. Harper's books serve as an invaluable resource. Unlock the secrets of the past, and delve into the pages that chronicle the rich tapestry of life through the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"introduction-to-paleobiology-and-the-fossil-record-by-michael-j-benton-9781119272854","title":"Introduction to Paleobiology and the Fossil Record","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntroduction to Paleobiology and the Fossil Record\u003c\/em\u003e presents a comprehensive overview of the science of the history of life. 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Now fully updated to reflect the latest statistical methods and disciplinary advances, it is an essential tool for practitioners and students alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders of the second edition of \u003ci\u003ePaleontological Data Analysis\u003c\/i\u003e will also find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNew sections on machine learning, Bayesian inference, phylogenetic comparative methods, analysis of CT data, and much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNew use cases and examples using PAST, R, and Python software packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFull colour illustrations throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePaleontological Data Analysis\u003c\/i\u003e is ideal for palaeontologists, evolutionary biologists, taxonomists, and students in any of these fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000698126572,"sku":"9781119933939","price":238.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f1fa14bddd90a2c1447c0e46824daf66.jpg?v=1763323590"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-a-t-harper.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}