Chris Howes’s The Spice of Life is a straightforward explication of
Darwinian theory with a strong underpinning of ecological concern. The
illustrations suggest a youthful target audience, but as a general guide to the
exigencies of survival this is perfectly serviceable. Prince Charles is adduced
for some observations, which may help the populist approach but undercuts
credibility. Published by Cassell, 拢18.99, ISBN 0713723904.
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