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A comprehensive pocket guide to dinosaurs and prehistoric animals
and the world they inhabited millions of years ago. Packed with
more than 700 full-colour illustrations, this definitive pocket
guide paints a vivid portrait of extraordinary dinosaurs and
prehistoric animals, and the ecosystems they lived in millions of
years ago. Journey back in time and discover the incredible lives
and habitats of dinosaurs, pterosaurs, marine reptiles, and
prehistoric beasts. This fascinating guide explores every era of
prehistoric life, from the Precambrian and Palaeozoic eras, when
animals first began evolving to the Jurassic and Mesozoic era,
which first saw the flourishing and then the eventual extinction of
the dinosaurs. Learn more about prehistoric animals and the world
they inhabited millions of years ago through detailed profiles of
200 dinosaurs and other ancestors of modern animals. These profiles
are jargon-free and based on the latest science. This dinosaur
encyclopedia is filled with crystal-clear artwork and photographs,
fossils, and replica models showing the unique features of the
different species. A Visual Guide to 200 Dinosaurs and Prehistoric
Animals Part of the relaunched series of the popular DK Handbooks,
this fact-filled book features a refreshed design and updated
content. Packed with jaw-dropping images, fascinating dinosaur
facts and straight-forward explanations, it's the perfect gift for
budding palaeontologists of all ages or geology students. Inside
the pages of this dinosaur encyclopedia from DK Books, you'll
discover: - Maps indicating the location of where each animal's
fossils have been found - Illustrations detailing the size of each
animal in comparison to humans - Detailed, jargon-free profiles of
200 species with fun facts for quick reference
This book is intended for ages 8-14. From the first hunting and
gathering societies to the great Nubian kingdoms of Kush, Africa
has for centuries been the centre of great cultural activity across
its mountains, deserts, and rainforests. Life in Ancient Africa
portrays the major civilisations of the ancient African era using
maps and beautiful full-colour photographs and illustrations.
Topics include: Zimbabwe, Aksum, Meroe, Ghana, Mali, and Songhai;
the rise of hundreds of regional dialects; pyramids, temples, royal
tombs, and palaces; irrigation and other farming techniques;
Trans-Sahara caravan routes and trade with the rest of the world;
the discovery of mineral resources; an oral storytelling culture;
music and dance.
This amazing book provides a snapshot of the arts and cultures
across various ancient civilizations. Read about
This book is intended for ages 8-14. The ancient Incas developed a
government based on the conquest of neighbouring communities, at
the same time preserving the local customs and traditions of the
cultures that came before. Beautiful images portray the land now
known as Peru, as well as the astounding people who lived there
prior to the arrival of the Spanish. Topics include: the Moche and
Nazca peoples; agricultural innovations, including irrigation and
terraced farming; Nazca geoglyphs and ray centres; record-keeping
when most could not read or write; mummification, textile weaving,
pottery, ancestor and nature worship; and the extensive Inca road
network.
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