Primates of the World: An Illustrated Guide (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780691156958)

The essential illustrated guide to the world's primates

This stunningly illustrated guide to the world's primates covers nearly 300 species, from the feather-light and solitary pygmy mouse lemurs of Madagascar--among the smallest primates known to exist--to the regal mountain gorillas of Africa. Organized by region and spanning every family of primates on Earth, the book features 72 splendid color plates, facing-page descriptions of key features of each family, and 86 color distribution maps.

Primates of the World also includes concise introductory chapters that discuss the latest findings on primate origins and evolution, behavior and adaptations, and classification, making it the most comprehensive and up-to-date primate guide available.

• Covers nearly 300 species and every family of primates worldwide
• Features 72 color plates--the finest illustrations of primates ever produced
• Includes facing-page descriptions for each family and 86 color distribution maps
• The most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the world's primates

Author: Jean-Jacques Petter
ISBN-10: 0691156956
ISBN-13: 9780691156958
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Language: English
Published: 08/25/2013
Pages: 192
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.05lbs
Size: 10.28h x 8.38w x 0.86d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 10/15/2013 pg. 127
Booklist 10/15/2013 pg. 35
Choice 02/01/2014