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Dinosaurs
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Dinosaurs
Discover the 10 things anyone should know about the world's most fascinating and awe-inspiring creatures - the dinosaurs.
A warp-speed tour of dinosaurs, with an expert guide PROF. STEVE BRUSATTE, bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of Dinosaurs
A fun, speedy read for grown-ups who love dinosaurs - a great way to get into the subject PROF. MICHAEL BENTON, author of The Dinosaurs Rediscovered
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Travel back to the prehistoric world and discover the most fascinating parts of the lives of Earth's most awe-inspiring creatures - the dinosaurs.
Dr Dean Lomax brings these prehistoric creatures to life in ten bite-sized essays, written for people short on time but not curiosity. Making big ideas simple, Dean takes readers on a journey to uncover what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, what dinosaurs ate, how they evolved, what caused them to go extinct, and more!
Perfect for anyone fascinated by the dinosaur exhibits at museums, palaeontology and fans of Jurassic Park.
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An eminently accessible read...a perfect primer (or refresher) for dino fans and newbies, yet doesn't skimp on the fascinating details that make 21st-century palaeontology so vibrant DR REBECCA WRAGG SYKES, author of Kindred
Series: 10 Things You Should Know
View allBook Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Dinosaurs by Dr Dean Lomax is praised for being a captivating and swift read that appeals to both seasoned dinosaur enthusiasts and newcomers. The book is highlighted for offering an accessible yet detailed insight into modern palaeontology, making it an engaging introduction or refresher on the subject. It's particularly noted for blending entertaining dinosaur facts with contemporary scientific findings, making it a delightful read for those rekindling their childhood interest in dinosaurs.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781841884943
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 September 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Seven Dials
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 22.0mm
Width: 134.0mm
Height: 204.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Dr Dean Lomax is an internationally recognised multi-award-winning palaeontologist, author and science communicator. Travelling around the world, he works on many fascinating projects from excavating dinosaurs, to discovering and naming new species, and regularly appearing on TV & Radio as an expert and presenter, including for the primetime series Dinosaur Britain. He has written several books, many academic papers and popular articles, is a leading world authority on ichthyosaurs and earned his PhD at The University of Manchester, England. He is a patron of the UK Association of Fossil Hunters and Mary Anning Rocks. Follow him on social media @dean_r_lomax and visit his website at: www.deanrlomax.co.uk.
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