The Last Giant of Beringia: The Mystery of the Bering Land Bridge - Softcover

O'Neill, Dan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 046505157X ISBN 13: 9780465051571

Publisher: Basic Books, 2005

Synopsis

The intriguing theory of a land bridge linking Siberia and Alaska during the coldest pulsations of the Ice Ages had been much debated since the idea was first proposed in 1589. But proof of the land bridge-now named Beringia after eighteenth-century Danish explorer Vitus Bering-eluded scientists until an inquiring geologist named Dave Hopkins emerged from rural New England and set himself to the task of solving the mystery. This compelling blend of science, biography, and history follows the life story of the eclectic Hopkins as he solves this mystery-and creates an international stir that solidified his place in history. An account that is both thrilling and accessible, The Last Giant of Beringia is popular science writing at its best.

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Product Description:

230 pages. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in Fine condition throughout. Thje Intriguing Theory Of A Land Bridge Linking Siberia And Alaska During The Ice Age-a Path For Such Prehistoric Giants As Woolly Mammoths,steppe Bison,and Sabre-toothed Cats-had Been Much Debated Since The Idea Was First Proposed Over 400 Years Ago.

Review:

"A synthesis of biography, history and scientific explanation, O'Neill's book is a fitting tribute to a man known for his multidisciplinary approach and intellectual progeny" TLS"

About this edition

• Publisher: Basic Books
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 046505157X
• ISBN 13: 9780465051571
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240