Publisher's Synopsis
""Chazyan and Related Brachiopods, Part 1: Text"" is a comprehensive book written by Gustav Arthur Cooper, which focuses on the study of brachiopods, a type of marine invertebrate that has been around for over 500 million years. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which provides detailed information on different aspects of brachiopod anatomy, morphology, ecology, and evolution.The book begins with an introduction to the Chazyan period, a geological period that lasted from approximately 485 to 468 million years ago, during which many of the brachiopod species studied in the book evolved. The subsequent chapters delve into the classification and morphology of brachiopods, discussing in detail their internal and external structures, as well as their reproductive and feeding mechanisms.The book also explores the ecological and evolutionary significance of brachiopods, examining their role in the marine ecosystem and their interactions with other organisms. It also provides a detailed overview of the fossil record of brachiopods, including their distribution and diversity throughout geological time.Overall, ""Chazyan and Related Brachiopods, Part 1: Text"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of brachiopods or the evolution of marine life. It is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both professionals and amateurs alike.In Two Parts. Part 1, Text; Part 2, Plates. Smithsonian Miscellaneous Collections, V127, Part 1.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
