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Books et al.

Each week Science reviews books, and occasionally work in other media, in all fields of natural and social science, as well as work relevant to the world of science in general. Review copies can be sent to: Sherman J. Suter, Book Review Editor, Science, 1200 New York Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20005-3920, USA. E-mail: science_bookrevs{at}aaas.org

CURRENT REVIEWS

The Ecological Theater
Science 3 July 2009; 325 (5936): 35
Speciation and Patterns of Diversity, by Roger K. Butlin, Jon R. Bridle, and Dolph Schluter, Eds. (Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 2009)
reviewed by Anne E. Magurran
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Green Life Through Time
Science 3 July 2009; 325 (5936): 36
Paleobotany. The Biology and Evolution of Fossil Plants. 2nd ed., by Thomas N. Taylor, Edith L. Taylor, and Michael Krings (Academic, Burlington, MA, 2009)
reviewed by Jonathan P. Wilson
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An Unsung Refrain of Science
Science 3 July 2009; 325 (5936): 37
Fare Mondi/Making Worlds. 53rd International Art Exhibition, by Daniel Birnbaum, Director (Venice Biennale, the Giardini, the Arsenale, and various other venures, Venice, Italy. To 22 November 2009. www.labiennale.org/en/art/)
reviewed by Harriet Coles
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PAST REVIEWS

A series of browseable annual lists, sorted by book title, book author, reviewer, and date of publication

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BOOKS RECENTLY RECEIVED AT SCIENCE

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SB&F is written for librarians, media specialists, curriculum supervisors, science teachers, and others responsible for recommending or purchasing science materials. It provides critical reviews of the scientific accuracy and presentation of print, audiovisual, and electronic resources intended for use in science, technology, and mathematics education.

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