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New from the author of the acclaimed bestseller The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs (?A masterpiece of science writing.? ?Washington Post) and ?one of the stars of modern paleontology? (National Geographic), a sweeping and revelatory history of mammals, illuminating the lost story of the extraordinary family tree that led to us.We humans are the inheritors of a dynasty that has reigned over the planet for nearly 66 million years, through fiery cataclysm and ice ages: the mammals. Our lineage includes saber-toothed tigers, woolly mammoths, armadillos the size of a car, cave bears three times the weight of a grizzly, clever scurriers that outlasted Tyrannosaurus rex, and even other types of humans, like Neanderthals. Indeed humankind and many of the beloved fellow mammals we share the planet with today?lions, whales, dogs?represent only the few survivors of a sprawling and astonishing family tree that has been pruned by time and mass extinctions. How did we get here?In his acclaimed bestseller The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs?hailed as ?the ultimate dinosaur biography? by Scientific American?American paleontologist Steve Brusatte enchanted readers with his definitive history of the dinosaurs. Now, picking up the narrative in the ashes of the extinction event that doomed T-rex and its kind, Brusatte explores the remarkable story of the family of animals that inherited the Earth?mammals? and brilliantly reveals that their story is every bit as fascinating and complex as that of the dinosaurs.Beginning with the earliest days of our lineage some 325 million years ago, Brusatte charts how mammals survived the asteroid that claimed the dinosaurs and made the world their own, becoming the astonishingly diverse range of animals that dominate today's Earth. Brusatte also brings alive the lost worlds mammals inhabited through time, from ice ages to volcanic catastrophes. Entwined in this story is the detective work he and other scientists have done to piece together our understanding using fossil clues and cutting-edge technology.A sterling example of scientific storytelling by one of our finest young researchers, The Rise and Reign of the Mammals illustrates how this incredible history laid the foundation for today's world, for us, and our future.

A well-illustrated reference for anyone needing to make accurate judgements about gemstones, including sources and grading, settings, cutting and faceting, gemstone groups, appraising, spotting synthetics and fakes and much more.

This fascinating text comprises a detailed guide to gemmology, perfect for the aspiring amateur and seasoned practitioner alike. Covering in detail the fundamentals of the subject, this rare book constitutes a great addition to any gemmological collection and is a veritable must-have for those looking for an introduction to the subject. This text is split into the two parts: Transparent Stones and Translucent and Opaque Stones, and contains chapters on: The Materials to be Studied; The ¿Bending¿ of light, and its Effects; The Pocket Lens; ¿Inclusion¿ in Stones; The ¿Chelseä filter; The Microscope; and many more. G. M. Sprague was a fellow, Tully medallist, and Anderson prize-winner of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain. This rare text is proudly republished here with a new introduction to the subject.

The Vintage Journal Overhanging Rock, Yosemite, California pocket journal features a travel poster illustration of the famous tourist point, Overhanging Rock in Yosemite. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish

The Vintage Journal Overhanging Rock, Yosemite, California pocket journal features a an illustration of three men standing on top of a rock in Yosemite. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish

The Vintage Journal Three Brothers Peaks, Yosemite, California pocket journal features an illustration of a rock formation in Yosemite. This journal has full color decorative vintage art on the cover, and is the perfect companion for your next trip, writing project, to-do list, or any occasion where a handy notebook is needed. Found Image Press Vintage Journals feature vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies and interests. The front cover design features a classic piece of art from the Found Image Press collection of over 60,000 pictures. - 4 x 6 inches - 100 lined opaque pages - Soft matte finish

Focusing on rocks and minerals of New York, this field guide features full-color photographs and information to help readers identify their finds.

The Mazinaw District in eastern Ontario is famous for Bon Echo Rock. This book traces the presence of human habitation from the areas earliest beginnings to the present.

"An illustrated history of plants presented through the stories of 50 key fossil discoveries"--

Mines, Minerals And Mineral Industries Of The South is a book published in 1899 by the Southern Railway Company. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the mining industry in the southern United States, including information on the various types of minerals found in the region, their distribution and production, and the industries that rely on them. The book covers a wide range of topics, including coal mining, iron and steel production, gold and silver mining, and the mining of other minerals such as zinc, lead, and copper. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various mining regions in the South, including their geology, history, and economic significance. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mining in the United States or the economic development of the South.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Focusing on rocks and minerals of Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa, this field guide features full-color photographs and information to help readers identify their finds.