Discovering the Prehistoric World: A Guide to the Astonishing Forms of Early Life on Earth (Discovering...) [9781398830530]

Overview

Renowned natural history author, Marianne Taylor, reveals mysteries of the ancient Earth, from the origins of life to the reign of the dinosaurs and the ice age, in a fascinating 3.8 billion year history.

This beautiful, full-color hardback guide explores the diversity of life on Earth in the time before humans came to dominate the planet. Learn how species rose, fell, and evolved as they adapted to a changing climate and the varied ecosystems that arose. Discover the five mass extinction events and how life rose again despite the challenges. Explore the majesty of the dinosaurs and the fascinating ancestors of the many animals that we know and love today.

Includes:
• Paleozoic: marine life, the first plants, coral reefs, trilobites
• Mesozoic: dinosaurs and other reptiles, the first birds, the breakup of Pangaea
• Cenozoic: new mammals, the first horses, ice ages

The text is brought to life by superb full-color photos, charts, maps and infographics to reveal the early history of the planet in all its splendor. A fascinating guide to the world which can be enjoyed by the whole family.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Sirius' Discovering... series brings together spectacular hardback guides which explore the science behind our world, brought to life by eye-catching photography.

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