An account of the search for, recovery, preservation, and study of the fossilized remains of the dinosaur Velociraptor as narrated by two paleontologists who led the expedition to Mongolia

Searching for Velociraptor

Children's Books

Norell, Mark A.

DINGUS, Lowell

Animals

Harpercollins Childrens Books

Norell, head paleontologist at the American Museum of Natural History, recounts not only the first discovery of feathered dinosaurs in 1996, but also the impact that discovery has had on the field of paleontology and on popular culture about dinosaurs since then, particularly by dissolving the distinction between them and birds. Ellison, principal artist in the Museum's Division of Paleontology, contributes photographs of fossils and sites, but also of modern Chinese life--especially food--and drawings. The treatment is for general readers. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Unearthing the Dragon

Science & Math

Ellison, Mick

Biological Sciences

Pi Press

Dinosaurs have held sway over our imaginations since the discovery of their bones first shocked the world in the nineteenth century. From the monstrous beasts stalking Jurassic Park to the curiosities of the natural history museum, dinosaurs are creatures that unite young and old in awestruck wonder. Digging ever deeper into dinosaurs’ ancient past, science continues to unearth new knowledge about them and the world they inhabited, a fantastic time when the footprints of these behemoths marked the Earth that we humans now walk. Who better to guide us through this ancient world than paleontologist Mark A. Norell? A world-renowned expert in paleontology, with a knowledge of dinosaurs as deep as the buried fossils they left behind, Norell is in charge of what is perhaps America’s most popular collection of dinosaur bones and fossils, the beloved displays at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. In The World of Dinosaurs, he leads readers through a richly illustrated collection detailing the evolution of these ancient creatures. From the horns of the Protoceratops to the wings of the Archaeopteryx, readers are invited to explore profiles of dinosaurs along with hundreds of color photographs, sketches, maps, and other materials—all rooted in the latest scientific discoveries—sure to both capture the imagination and satisfy a prehistoric curiosity. The World of Dinosaurs presents an astonishing collection of knowledge in an immersive visual journey that will fascinate any fan of Earth’s ancient inhabitants.

The World of Dinosaurs: An Illustrated Tour

University of Chicago Press

Known as the egg-stealing killer for many years, a recent discovery in 1993 showed the true nature of the Oviraptors that forever changed their historical reputation.

A Nest of Dinosaurs: The Story of Oviraptor

Doubleday Books for Young Readers

Adapted from the American Museum of Natural History exhibition Mythic Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns &amp; Mermaids, this book explores an array of mythological creatures—and the real animals that inspired them. Lush photos showcase rare objects from around the world as well as models of mythical beasts like krakens and Rocs, along with fossils of actual extinct animals such as the six-foot-tall primate called Gigantopithecus and dinosaurs such as Protoceratops, which may have inspired the griffin. Also included are engravings, paintings, maps, and ephemera from the Middle Ages to modern times, all capturing the origins of legendary animals that continue to thrill, terrify, and enchant us.

Mythic Creatures: And the Impossibly Real Animals Who Inspired Them

Literature & Fiction

ELLIS, RICHARD

Kendall, Laurel

United States

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