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Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs Deluxe Gift Edition

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By Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart
Series: Encyclopedia Prehistorica
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Pop-up fans and dinosaur aficionados alike will delight in this gorgeous deluxe edition of Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart’s best-selling paleontological opus with a gold-foiled dinosaur and special pop-up embedded in the cover.Open this book and a massive T. rex springs out, flashing a jaw full... Read More
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Pop-up fans and dinosaur aficionados alike will delight in this gorgeous deluxe edition of Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart’s best-selling paleontological opus with a gold-foiled dinosaur and special pop-up embedded in the cover.

Open this book and a massive T. rex springs out, flashing a jaw full of jagged teeth. Turn to the next spread and a ravishing raptor unfurls and appears to fly off the edge of the page. Inside this amazing book are “shield bearers” in full body armor, creatures with frilly headgear, long-necked giants, and much more—including amusing tidbits on the history of paleontology. Full of fun facts and lighthearted good humor, this breathtaking book includes fascinating information about popular dinosaurs as well as many lesser-known varieties in a volume that will be read, admired, and treasured forever.

Series: Encyclopedia Prehistorica

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  • Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs Deluxe Gift Edition
    Pre-order
    Encyclopedia Prehistorica Dinosaurs Deluxe Gift Edition
    Pop-up fans and dinosaur aficionados alike will delight in this gorgeous deluxe edition of Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart’s best-selling paleontological opus with a gold-foiled dinosaur and special pop-up embedded in the cover.Open this book and a massive T. rex springs out, flashing a jaw full of jagged teeth. Turn to the next spread and a ravishing raptor unfurls and...
    By Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart
    Hardback
    $6999
    Elsewhere:
    $7499
    Pre-order
    Out 1 Nov 2026
  • Encyclopedia Prehistorica Sharks and Other Sea Monsters Pop-Up
    Encyclopedia Prehistorica Sharks and Other Sea Monsters Pop-Up
    Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water! Celebrate the New York Times best-selling 3-D look at prehistoric creatures of the deep. While dinosaurs patrolled the lands, massive prehistoric sharks, giant scorpions, and colossal squid cruised the ancient oceans—most with just one thing in mind: eat or be eaten. Pop-up masters Robert Sabuda and Matthew...
    By Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart
    Hardback
    $6799
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536255188

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 October 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Robert Sabuda
  • Illustrated by Matthew Reinhart

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 191.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 12

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About the Author

Matthew Reinhart is the co-creator of the Encyclopedia Prehistorica and Encyclopedia Mythologica books. He has also created many other award-winning pop-up books, including Cinderella: A Pop-Up Fairy Tale, Star Wars: A Pop-Up Guide to the Galaxy, and Mommy? by Maurice Sendak and Arthur Yorinks. He lives in New York City.


Robert Sabuda is internationally acclaimed for his stunning pop-up books, including Ten Horse Farm, The Christmas Story, and the best-selling Encyclopedia Prehistorica and Encyclopedia Mythologica series, created with Matthew Reinhart. Robert Sabuda lives in New York City.

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