{"title":"Anthony J. Martin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the intriguing world of Anthony J. Martin, renowned palaeontologist and celebrated author. His engaging works bring the ancient past to life, peeling back layers of time to reveal the fascinating stories hidden within fossils. Anthony J. Martin invites readers into the enchanting realm of dinosaurs and prehistoric life, offering fresh insights and enthralling narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his remarkable collection lies \u003cem\u003eLife Sculpted\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating exploration of the traces left behind by ancient creatures. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of palaeontology or a curious newcomer to the field, Martin's writings provide an accessible and enlightening perspective on the natural world. Each book in this collection serves as a testament to his expertise and passion for science and nature, making the wonders of the past accessible to all readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Anthony J. Martin's works to discover stories of resilience and adaptation that echo through the ages. His books not only cover the science behind the fossils but also weave narratives that inspire a deeper appreciation for the intricate tapestry of life on Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"life-sculpted-by-anthony-j-martin-9780226810478","title":"Life Sculpted","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet the menagerie of lifeforms that dig, crunch, bore, and otherwise reshape our planet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know elephants dig ballroom-sized caves alongside volcanoes? Or that parrotfish chew coral reefs and poop sandy beaches? Or that our planet once hosted a five-ton dinosaur-crunching alligator cousin?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, almost since its fascinating start, life was boring. Billions of years ago, bacteria, algae, and fungi began breaking down rocks in oceans, a role they still perform today. About a half-billion years ago, animal ancestors began drilling, scraping, gnawing, or breaking rocky seascapes. In turn, their descendants crunched through the materials of life itself—shells, wood, and bones. Today, such “bioeroders” continue to shape our planet—from the bacteria that devour our teeth to the mighty moon snail, always hunting for food, as evidenced by tiny snail-made boreholes in clams and other moon snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no better guide to these lifeforms than Anthony J. Martin, a popular science author, palaeontologist, and co-discoverer of the first known burrowing dinosaur. Following the crumbs of lichens, sponges, worms, clams, snails, octopi, barnacles, sea urchins, termites, beetles, fishes, dinosaurs, crocodilians, birds, elephants, and (of course) humans, \u003cem\u003eLife Sculpted\u003c\/em\u003e reveals how bioerosion expanded with the tree of life, becoming an essential part of how ecosystems function while reshaping the face of our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith vast knowledge and no small amount of whimsy, Martin uses palaeontology, biology, and geology to reveal the awesome power of life’s chewing force. He provokes us to think deeply about the past and present of bioerosion, while also considering how knowledge of this history might aid us in mitigating and adapting to climate change in the future. Yes, Martin concedes, sometimes life can be hard—but life also makes everything less hard every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854641320172,"sku":"9780226810478","price":52.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/694c91f80d20ed832cd584ca967c221f.jpg?v=1759266994"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/anthony-j-martin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}