Steve Parker: The World Encyclopedia of Fossils & Fossil-Collecting

The World Encyclopedia of Fossils & Fossil-Collecting



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Author: Steve Parker
Number of Pages: 256 pages
Published Date: 08 Dec 2014
Publisher: Anness Publishing
Publication Country: London, United Kingdom
Language: English
ISBN: 9781780193946
Download Link: Click Here
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This is an illustrated reference guide to over 375 plant and animal fossils from around the globe and how to identify them, with over 950 photographs and artworks. It covers finding, classifying, dating, collecting and understanding fossils, from the earliest ferns to fearsome dinosaurs. It reveals what fossils are and how they fit into geological history, the sites in which they can be found, and what the study of fossils tells us about our natural world. It includes a visual directory of fossils from plants, invertebrate and vertebrate animals, each entry with its own identification photograph and artwork reconstruction. Fossils offer an unparalleled insight into the amazing history of our planet. This practical volume explains the best ways to hunt fossils, including how to plan a field trip and present your finds. A directory provides a visual guide to more than 375 fossils, from the first multicellular life to the giants of the oceans. Entries include a photograph of the fossil, a detailed fact box, and an artwork reconstructing the appearance of the original plant or animal. Featuring expert text and over 950 superb photographs and illustrations, this classic book is essential reading for anyone keen to learn more about the origins of our natural world.