{"product_id":"the-enigma-of-angiosperm-origins-paperback-9780521675543","title":"The Enigma of Angiosperm Origins (Paperback) 9780521675543","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Enigma of Angiosperm Origins\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe enigmatic origins of the dominant flowering plant groups are reviewed in this book.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eNorman Francis Hughes (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780521675543, Cambridge University Press\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback, published 14 July 2005\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e320 pages, 131 b\/w illus.  15 maps\u003cbr\u003e24.4 x 17 x 1.8 cm, 0.515 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e'This is a superb book, written by a man who was both ahead of his time and probably greatly misunderstood. It is challenging and thought-provoking, without being intimidating.' Geological Magazine\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe origins of angiosperms are still debated, despite many years of work by scientists from differing disciplines. The progress made toward resolving the problem is reviewed in this book. The author suggests that the only fruitful method of study is the total integrated use of the fossil record, particularly dispersed palynomorphs. This includes the use of electron microscopy and refined data handling to record the occurrence of microscopic fossils, rather than the extensive use of morphology and cladistics. The methods advocated in this book could result in a rethink of the current classification of living plants. The ideas presented will initiate discussion between both professionals and students of palaeontology and plant science on the wider possibilities that may clarify the enigmatic origins of the dominant flowering plant groups.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e Part I. The Setting of the Problem: 1. Outline history of investigations\u003cbr\u003e 2. Current contributions on origin\u003cbr\u003e 3. Challenges to customary procedures\u003cbr\u003e 4. Working principles\u003cbr\u003e 5. Stratigraphic framework\u003cbr\u003e 6. General Mesozoic palynologic evidence\u003cbr\u003e 7. Integration of Mesozoic floras and faunas\u003cbr\u003e Part II. The Evidence for Cretaceous Origin: 8. Mesozoic megafossils\u003cbr\u003e 9. English Barremian monosulcate pollen\u003cbr\u003e 10. First convincing angiospermous fossils\u003cbr\u003e 11. Cretaceous angiosperm consolidation\u003cbr\u003e Part III. Consequences and Conclusions: 12. Cenozoic angiosperm radiation\u003cbr\u003e 13. Research unattained but possible\u003cbr\u003e 14. Principles, time and choice\u003cbr\u003e 15. General biological conclusions\u003cbr\u003e Glossary\u003cbr\u003e References\u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Palaeontology [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Palaeontology\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Palaeontology%20%5BRBX%5D%22\"\u003eRBX\u003c\/a\u003e], Geology \u0026amp; the lithosphere [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Geology \u0026amp; the lithosphere\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Geology%20\u0026amp;%20the%20lithosphere%20%5BRBG%5D%22\"\u003eRBG\u003c\/a\u003e], Botany \u0026amp; plant sciences [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Botany \u0026amp; plant sciences\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Botany%20\u0026amp;%20plant%20sciences%20%5BPST%5D%22\"\u003ePST\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Cambridge University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46251994939672,"sku":"9780521675543","price":48.89,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/products\/9780521675543i.jpg?v=1691927967","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/the-enigma-of-angiosperm-origins-paperback-9780521675543","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}