Category Archives: Fossils

Dinosaurs: A Concise Natural History

From the authors of The Evolution and Extinction of the Dinosaurs comes an introduction to the study of dinosaurs for non-specialists designed to excite readers about science by using dinosaurs to illustrate and discuss geology, natural history and evolution. While … Continue reading

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The Rise of Homo sapiens: The Evolution of Modern Thinking

The Rise of Homo Sapiens: The Evolution of Human Thinking presents a provocative theory about the evolution of the modern mind based on archaeological evidence and the working memory model of experimental psychologist Alan Baddeley. A unique introduction and primer … Continue reading

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Dinosaur Odyssey: Fossil Threads in the Web of Life

This captivating book, laced with evocative anecdotes from the field, gives the first holistic, up-to-date overview of dinosaurs and their world for a wide audience of readers. Situating these fascinating animals in a broad ecological and evolutionary context, leading dinosaur … Continue reading

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The Archaeology of Animal Bones (Texas A&M University Anthropology Series)

Animal ecologists can observe the present and reconstruct the last one or two centuries from historical sources, but the study of animal bones adds valuable insight into the peoples and landscapes of the past while telling much about the evolution … Continue reading

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Out of Thin Air: Dinosaurs, Birds, and Earth’s Ancient Atmosphere

For 65 million years dinosaurs ruled the Earth – until a deadly asteroid forced their extinction. But what accounts for the incredible longevity of dinosaurs? A renowned scientist now provides a startling explanation that is rewriting the history of the … Continue reading

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Human Origins and Environmental Backgrounds (Developments in Primatology: Progress and Prospects)

Advances in fossil studies relating to the origin of Homo sapiens have strengthened the hypothesis that our direct ancestors originated on the African continent. Most researchers also agree that the time when prehumans diverged from the last common ancestor was … Continue reading

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The Human Bone Manual

Building on the success of their previous book, White and Folkens’ The Human Bone Manual is intended for use outisde the laboratory and classroom, by professional forensic scientists, anthropologists and researchers. The compact volume includes all the key information needed … Continue reading

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High-Strain Zones: Structure and Physical Properties (No. 245)

This collection of research and review papers addresses the question of structural evolution during deformation to high strains and the physical properties of rocks that have been affected by high-strain zones. The discussions range from natural examples at outcrop to … Continue reading

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Fossils: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

Fossils have been vital to our understanding of the formation of the earth and the origins of life. However, their impact has not been limited to debates about geology and evolution: attempts to explain their existence has shaken religion at … Continue reading

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The Cambrian Fossils of Chengjiang, China: The Flowering of Early Animal Life

The Chengjiang biota is one of the most remarkable fossil discoveries ever made. The Cambrian Fossils of Chengjiang is the first book in English to provide fossil enthusiasts with an overview of the fauna. 100 superb full color plates. First … Continue reading

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