Serves as a how-to guide for developing mathematical models in biology. Starting at an elementary level of mathematical modeling, this title gradually builds from classic models in ecology and evolution to more intricate class-structured and probabilistic models. It provides primers with instructive exercises. "[A] great textbook. . . . [M]asterful use of figures and illustrations and exercises . . . provide the reader with valuable practice in constructing models and implementing related mathematical techniques. I certainly recommend this text and can attest to its usefulness for budding researchers in the biological sciences."---Jason M. Graham, MAA Reviews