Functional Anatomy of the Vertebrates TEXTBOOK!!

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ITEM INFO:
You are bidding on a Functional Anatomy of the Vertebrates: An Evolutionary Approach (2nd Edition; 2002; Walker/Liem; Cengage Learning; ISBN 9780030331589).  Over 785 pages, 21 chapters/sections of textbook dealing with theories of evolutionary developoment in softcover.  This is a textbook at the college level and is in very good condition.  There is some higlighting throughout the book (in blue and pink).  Both cover and interior pages are in very good to excellent condition.  The cover shown is NOT a stock photo, but is the actual cover of this textbook.  Originally retailed for close to $200.00.  Very heavy, thick book.  Will ship Media Mail, unless purchaser prefers other mode (Priority, etc.).

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NOTE:
This item is located in Northern California, therefore California Residents will be required to pay 7.25% CA state sales tax. Thank you.