Men and Dinosaurs

Colbert, Edwin H.

Evans Brothers, Ltd.

A comprehensive survey of vertebrate evolution, based upon our knowledge of the fossil record. New edition introduces concept of Plate Tectonics, and is completely up-to-date. Contains many attractive illustrations. Presupposes no prior scientific background.

Evolution of the Vertebrates: A History of the Backboned Animals Through Time

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

wiley

Vertebrate evolution is studied through comparative anatomy and functional morphology of existing vertebrates as well as fossil records. Since the publication of the previous edition of Colbert's Evolution of the Vertebrates: A History of the Backboned Animals Through Time, there have been significant advances in the knowledge surrounding backboned animals. This latest edition of the classic text is completely revised to offer the most recent discoveries in this continually evolving field of science. Covering the various aspects of vertebrate life, from skeletal system to ecology, behavior, and physiology, the Fifth Edition includes new sections on conodonts, dinosaurs, primates, and the origin of birds, and discusses: * Analysis of morphological and molecular data * Early diversification of vertebrates * The evolution of dinosaurs * The origin of mammals * Early ruling reptiles * Basic adaptation of ungulates Colbert's Evolution of the Vertebrates, Fifth Edition carries on its legacy as an invaluable reference for professionals in evolutionary biology and paleontology, as well as an ideal textbook for students in those fields.

Colbert's Evolution of the Vertebrates: A History of the Backboned Animals Through Time

Minkoff, Eli C.

Morales, Michael

Wiley-Liss

Fascinating, lavishly illustrated story of dinosaur research from beginnings in 19th-century England to 1960. Achievements of Buckland, Mantell, Cope, Marsh, Huxley, Sternberg, Brown, many other researchers. Also expeditions, excavations, reconstruction, rivalries, more. 116 photographs. 47 figures and maps.

The Great Dinosaur Hunters and Their Discoveries

Dover Publications

V8 Blue cloth hardcover 1973 323p. 9.50x6.25x1.50 NATURAL HISTORY ABOUT DINOSAUR AND OTHER FOSSILS

Wandering lands and animals

E.P. Dutton and Company

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