Illustrated Guide to the Fossils of the World: A Full-colour Directory and Identification Aid to Over 250 Plant and Animal Fossils - Softcover

Steve Parker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844763641 ISBN 13: 9781844763641

Publisher: Southwater, 2009

Synopsis

This superb visual directory profiles some of the most exciting fossils on the planet. Over 300 generic groups are named, described and dated, and feature colour photographs of some of the world's best specimens. These fossilized ogranisms are divided into three biological groups: plants, invertebrates animals and vertebrate animals. Few fossil guides offer such an informative yet accessible approach to this fascinating subject. With 375 colour photographs and 405 artworks that emphasize the intricate process of fossilization as well as the appearance of the living organisms, this collection will inspire and educate, and may encourage budding fossil-hunters to trace the remnants of ancient life in their own surroundings.

About this title

About the Author:

Steve Parker has First Clss Honours BSc in Zoological Society in London. He has worked on the staff of London's Natural History Museum, and also at leading book publishers. Steve has written more than 200 books and edited or consulted on many other titles, from small, light-hearted one-offs to encyclopedias and multi-volume series, for a wide range of international publishers. He also appears on television and radio and regularly presents talk, workshops and other events for schools, libraries, clubs and organizations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Southwater
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1844763641
• ISBN 13: 9781844763641
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160
• Editor: John Cooper