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The end of evolution : on mass extinction and the preservation of biodiversity / Peter Ward

This work examines the history of Earth's previous mass extinctions and investigates evidence suggesting a contemporary extinction event driven by human activity. It explores the impact of climate change and population growth on global biodiversity.
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