Scientific and historical in content, but intended for general readership, this is an account of the dinosaur from its first appearance on Earth to its sudden disappearance down an evolutionary "black hole" 65 million years ago. It conveys the geological timescale, evolution and habits of the creatures of the Mesozoic Era, and sheds light on the cause of their mysterious extinction. The book was originally published to accompany an international television series of the same name, presented by Walter Cronkite.
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Scientific and historical in content, but intended for general readership, this is an account of the dinosaur from its first appearance on Earth to its sudden disappearance down an evolutionary "black hole" 65 million years ago. It conveys the geological timescale, evolution and habits of the creatures of the Mesozoic Era, and sheds light on the cause of their mysterious extinction. The book was originally published to accompany an international television series of the same name, presented by Walter Cronkite.
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1991. Boxtree/Granada Television. first edition. near fine. dj VG. 12x9. 192pp. colour frontis, colour & b/w photos & illus in text throughout, illus endpapers.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
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Publisher:
Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published:
1989
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
17743854499
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