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Packed with recipes and tips, it is a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their brunch game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the inquisitive minds intrigued by the wonders of the animal kingdom, \u003cem\u003eThe Big Cats and Their Fossil Relatives\u003c\/em\u003e offers a fascinating exploration into the lives of majestic big cats and their ancestors. This insightful book bridges the past and present, diving deep into the evolution and ecological significance of these incredible creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlan Turner’s writing combines a passion for both culinary art and scientific discovery, inviting you to embark on a literary adventure across varied themes that stimulate the palate and the mind. Whether you are perfecting a recipe or pondering the mysteries of nature, Turner's books are a delightful addition to your reading collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-big-cats-and-their-fossil-relatives-by-alan-turner-9780231102292","title":"The Big Cats and Their Fossil Relatives","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than 60 million members of the species \u003cem\u003efelis domesticus\u003c\/em\u003e - house cats - live in the United States alone. Welcomed into homes as part of the family and revered as gods by the ancient Egyptians, domestic cats are descendants of a proud lineage that includes the giant sabre-toothed tiger, the graceful cheetah of the African plains, and the powerful bobcat of the Americas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAcclaimed artist Mauricio Antón and renowned palaeontologist Alan Turner collaborate to produce the first book of its kind - a fascinating natural history linking extinct larger feline species with those still living, including lions, tigers, cougars, and cheetahs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing superb illustrations and photos to supplement lucidly written text, \u003cem\u003eThe Big Cats and Their Fossil Relatives\u003c\/em\u003e chronicles 25 million years of evolution, revealing the common ancestry of today's familiar big cats. 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Throughout the book, side-by-side comparisons of extinct species with their descendants illuminate the process and purpose of evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurner guides the reader through such topics as the preservation of fossils, the reconstruction of an extinct species from fossil evidence and its living descendants, and the changing natural world of the cats and their food sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is both a useful introduction for readers new to palaeontology and a valuable reference for those already familiar with the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854908084460,"sku":"9780231102292","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/00e9af8ac3030614774f7b9cec869a95.jpg?v=1759263368"},{"product_id":"brunch-the-sunday-way-by-terence-williamson-9780711248595","title":"Brunch the Sunday Way","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time, London's legendary champions of brunch share the recipes that have made Islington's Sunday Cafe a runaway success. 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