William J. Matthews Knihy

The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of freshwater fish ecology, building on foundational works like H. B. N. H. Hynes' treatise. It synthesizes recent research and existing knowledge, including significant contributions such as the "Fish Atlas" and studies on the distributional ecology of North American fishes. The author highlights the evolution of fish distribution maps and previous collaborative efforts in the field, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of freshwater fish communities and their ecological significance.

The book is a significant historical work that has been preserved for contemporary and future readers through modern reformatting and design. It has been carefully retyped to ensure clarity and readability, avoiding the common issues found in scanned copies. This effort highlights the importance of maintaining access to valuable literature across generations.

Innovation is a central mechanism in the progression of society and often captures the imagination and enthusiasm of corporate leaders, public policy makers, and so on. In this volume, a novel approach to an understanding innovation in contexts that range from the socio-cultural to the technological is presented.