Includes bibliographical references (p. 237-263) and index
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Introduction -- The macroecological approach -- Species, niches, and communities -- The abundance and distribution of species -- The composition of biotas: patterns of body size, abundance, and energetics -- The assembly of continental biotas: geographic range -- Mechanisms: structure and function of individuals -- Mechanisms: population dynamics and interspecific interactions -- Mechanisms: species dynamics -- Synthesis: ecological implications -- Synthesis: biogeographic and macroevolutionary implications -- Applications: human ecology and conservation biology -- Reflections and prospects