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OverviewThis highly accessible introduction to dinosaurs places scientific method at the crux of the studies, teaching students about scientific research and principles as they learn about dinosaurs. Now in its second edition, the text includes updates on recent finds, increased coverage of evolution and physiology, and an expanded and improved illustration program. Balances scientific rigour with real world examples. This new edition includes updates on recent finds and an increased coverage of evolution and physiology. Also features end of chapter discussion questions, easy reference glossary, new references at the end of each chapter, and high-quality, full color figures and photographs throughout. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Anthony J. Martin (Emory University)Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 21.10cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 27.20cm Weight: 1.157kg ISBN: 9781405134132ISBN 10: 1405134135 Pages: 576 Publication Date: 22 December 2005 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of ContentsPreface. 1. Why Study Dinosaurs?. 2. Overview of Scientific Methods. 3. History of Dinosaur Studies. 4. Paleontology and Geology as Sciences. 5. Dinosaur Anatomy and Classification. 6. Dinosaur Evolution. 7. Dinosaur Taphonomy. 8. Dinosaur Physiology. 9. Theropoda. 10. Sauropodomorpha. 11. Ornithopoda. 12. Thyreophora. 13. Marginocephalia. 14. Dinosaur Ichnology. 15. Birds as Dinosaurs. 16. Dinosaur Extinctions. Glossary. IndexReviewsThis book is successful. It is indeed full of valuable and useful information that is generally well packaged and accessible. (Geological Magazine, July 2008) Author InformationAnthony Martin is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Studies at Emory University, where he has taught for 15 years. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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