ISBN: 9780387987019 - Rare Earth: Why Complex Life is Uncommon in the Universe (29 results)

Hardback. Condition: Fair. In this exciting new book, distinguished paleontologist Peter D. Ward and noted astronomer Donald Brownlee team up to present a fascinating synthesis of what is now known about the development of life on Earth and how this sheds light on possibilities for organic life forms elsewhere in the Universe. With their broad expertise and wonderful descriptive imagery, the authors provide a compelling argument, a splendid introduction to the emerging field of astrobiology, and a lively discussion of the remarkable findings that are currently being generated.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. In this exciting new book, distinguished paleontologist Peter D. Ward and noted astronomer Donald Brownlee team up to present a fascinating synthesis of what is now known about the development of life on Earth and how this sheds light on possibilities for organic life forms elsewhere in the Universe. With their broad expertise and wonderful descriptive imagery, the authors provide a compelling argument, a splendid introduction to the emerging field of astrobiology, and a lively discussion of the remarkable findings that are currently being generated.…

Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.…

Condition: very_good.

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardback. Condition: Good. In this exciting new book, distinguished paleontologist Peter D. Ward and noted astronomer Donald Brownlee team up to present a fascinating synthesis of what is now known about the development of life on Earth and how this sheds light on possibilities for organic life forms elsewhere in the Universe. With their broad expertise and wonderful descriptive imagery, the authors provide a compelling argument, a splendid introduction to the emerging field of astrobiology, and a lively discussion of the remarkable findings that are currently being generated.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. In this exciting new book, distinguished paleontologist Peter D. Ward and noted astronomer Donald Brownlee team up to present a fascinating synthesis of what is now known about the development of life on Earth and how this sheds light on possibilities for organic life forms elsewhere in the Universe. With their broad expertise and wonderful descriptive imagery, the authors provide a compelling argument, a splendid introduction to the emerging field of astrobiology, and a lively discussion of the remarkable findings that are currently being generated.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2000. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 2000. With dust jacket. It's a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have some general signs of wear and tear, such as markings, highlighting, slight damage to the cover, minimal wear to the binding, etc., but they will not affect the overall reading experience. Ex-Library.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condition: Acceptable. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Acceptable reading copy with obvious signs of use, wear, and/or cosmetic issues. Item is complete and remains readable despite notable condition issues.

hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Foxing on one or more of the fore-edges. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. A good hardcover in a very good dust jacket. No markings. Most pages have mild rippling due possibly to moisture damage, else in solid condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 2000. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

hardcover. Condition: Fine.

Hardcover. dj. pp. xxviii, 333. 8vo. Light shelfwear, pencil annotations and underlining, small spots to foredge; very good- in very good dustjacket, minor discolouration to front panel, security tag stuck to rear flap.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good+. Two small markings, one inside front cover, and a small arrow on frontispiece pointing to publication date; 6.5 X 1.5 X 9.75 inches; 338 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book: Near Fine/Almost Fine/, + $28.91 0387987010 RARE EARTH: WHY COMPLEX LIFE is UNCOMMON in the UNIVERSE * WARD, Peter D.; BROWNLEE, Donald Copernicus New York, NY * * * * * 2000 1sT Edition, 2nD Printing D/j + H/c Glossy Black Spine, With Title 0ff~White And Small Yellow Colored Letters, 0ff~White Top, Dark Grey To Grey To Red Pictorial Spine With Title In Grey And 0ff~Whte Letters, Dust Jacket: Very Good/, Shelf, Top Edge Wrinkling And Corner Wear. Front Interior Flap, $27.50. Hard Cover Book: Near Fine/Almost Fine/, Slight Shelf, Edge And Corner Wear. 333 Numbered Pages Printed On 0ff~White Paper, Clean And Tight To The Spine, In Fine/ Condition. Spine Is Tight And Corners Are Square. This Item Will Be Sent Wrapped In Plastic, Taped Shut And In A = Corrugated Mailing B0X. * To Prevent Shipping Damage So That It Will Arrive In The Description Described Which Applies To This B00K, Only. = No Odors, No Writing, No Names, No Rippling, Not Stuck Together, No Book Plate, Not X~Library, No Other Marks. = Will Make It, An Excellent Addition To Your Own Personal Library Collection, Or As A Gift, For The Discriminating Reader / Collector. = WORLD WIDE SHIPPING, AVAILABLE *. 2000 Book: Near Fine/Almost Fine/, (illustrator).…

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Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 2nd Edition. tiny signature of previous owner on f.e.p.

Hardcover. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 333 pages. 9.75x6.50x1.50 inches. In Stock.

hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.