Ammonites dominated the sea before and during the time dinosaurs dominated the land. Some ammonites were large predators not unlike today's giant squid; others small and delicate. Three times during their reign of more than 300 million years ammonites experimented with the most bizarre and startling shell shapes. Now, new technology is revealing the full beauty of these 'heteromorph' ammonites and they have become some of the most desirable and passionately collected natural objects. This is their story - and how they are becoming a vibrant part of 21st century lifestyles, art and design. This book is a must for anyone interested in the wonders of the natural world, and their impact on our culture.

Heteromorph: The Rarest Fossil Ammonites: Nature at its Most Bizarre

Wolfgang Grulke

At One Communications

The Chambered Nautilus is one of the oldest living things on our planet. Since the dawn of civilization its form has inspired artists, designers and architects. Nautilus has survived whatever the world has thrown at it for more than 500 million years, persisting even as dinosaurs and many other life forms vanished. Now, however, some believe it could become extinct within a generation. This book celebrates the long history of Nautilus, its role in human culture and the realities of its life today. Extensive reviews available at http://nautilus.atone.org/reviews

Nautilus: Beautiful Survivor ― 500 Million Years of Evolutionary History

Science & Math

Grulke, Wolfgang

Evolution

The ocean is the womb of all life on earth. It is beautiful and bizarre, violent and mysterious. Inhabited by a cast of characters stolen from fantasy, it’s a dystopian world where dragons are real, and monsters are commonplace. Today's spectacular marine life has an ancient history preserved in stone - fossil strata that read like dramatic pages from the longest story ever told - tales of evolution, extinction, and surprising continuity. Having thrived a tumultuous 500 million years, this marine kingdom is now challenged by a new, arrogant and domineering life form. This book looks beyond the media focus on climate change and extinction to celebrate the continuity of ocean life. I’ll take you on a personal journey to explore origins and destinies, from primordial soup to today’s threatened oceans - towards a future we can influence. We always have a choice.

Beyond Extinction: The Eternal Ocean―Climate Change & the Continuity of Life

Earth Sciences

Review\n"An absolutely stunning book. The connection between nature and culture in the tribal communities of Oceania has never been highlighted in such a fascinating way." —Klaas Schoof, Curator, Papua Heritage Foundation (Stichting Papoea Erfgoed), Amsterda\n"After over fifty-five years of study and collecting in this field, this is the best book I’ve seen on the subject." —Col Davidson, Researcher and collector of primitive money, Past President of the Traditional Money Association\n"I am in awe of your deep dedication to the culture of indigenous peoples." —Dr. Dolly Guise, Anthropologist, University of Sydney, Australia\n"Presented with absolute clarity and packed with stunning images. A wealth of information on these amazing art forms will delight both experts and those new to the subject." —Sarah Corbett, Author, Ethnic Jewels Magazine, Consultant and Researcher\n"A lively and vivid introduction to a complex and fascinating subject area, which is on the verge of extinction." —Alex Arthur, Publisher and artistic director of Tribal Art Magazine\n"Comprehensive, well researched and beautiful. These are the objects that the people of Oceania themselves value and cherish most." —Michael Hamson, California art dealer in museum-quality Oceanic Art\n"It is a great book. You should be proud." —Richard Aldridge, Researcher and Renowned Collector, Perth, Australia\n"There is no better proof that collectors play a crucial role in contributing knowledge to the field than this book." —Marc Assayag, Art dealer and curator, pioneer of tribal art online, Montreal, Canada\n"Amazing. A very personal and emotional book." —Ulrich Kortmann, Owner of Germany's top Tribal Art Gallery\nA personal journey through the material culture & the magic. South Seas islanders had little access to metals or precious stones. They crafted superlative and fabled adornments from nature. They created currencies and ground-breaking trading networks that nurtured relationships and redefined value. This is their story.

Adorned by Nature: Adornment, exchange & myth in the South Seas

Arts & Photography

History & Criticism

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Heteromorph: The Rarest Fossil Ammonites: Nature at its Most Bizarre

Nautilus: Beautiful Survivor ― 500 Million Years of Evolutionary History

Beyond Extinction: The Eternal Ocean―Climate Change & the Continuity of Life

Adorned by Nature: Adornment, exchange & myth in the South Seas