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"[An] extraordinary book. . . . Mr. Gould is an exceptional combination of scientist and science writer. . . . He is thus exceptionally well placed to tell these stories, and he tells them with fervor and intelligence."—James Gleick, New York Times Book Review

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"There is no question about the historical importance of the Burgess Shale, and Gould is right when he says that it deserves a place in the public consciousness along with big bangs and black holes. . . . A compelling story, told with characteristic verve." -- Richard A. Fortey - Nature
"Gould at his best. . . . The message of history is superbly conveyed. . . . Recommended reading for scientists and nonscientists of all persuasions." -- Walter C. Sweet - Science

Wonderful Life The Burgess Shale and the Nature

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    A Paperback / softback by Stephen Jay Gould

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      Publisher WW Norton & Co
      Published 29 May 1991
      ISBN-13 9780393307009
      978-0393307009
      ISBN-10 039330700X
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      Palaeontology

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      Book Synopsis
      "[An] extraordinary book. . . . Mr. Gould is an exceptional combination of scientist and science writer. . . . He is thus exceptionally well placed to tell these stories, and he tells them with fervor and intelligence."—James Gleick, New York Times Book Review

      Trade Review
      "There is no question about the historical importance of the Burgess Shale, and Gould is right when he says that it deserves a place in the public consciousness along with big bangs and black holes. . . . A compelling story, told with characteristic verve." -- Richard A. Fortey - Nature
      "Gould at his best. . . . The message of history is superbly conveyed. . . . Recommended reading for scientists and nonscientists of all persuasions." -- Walter C. Sweet - Science

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