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OverviewThe fossil-bearing rocks of the British Isles represent life from the last 2,900 million years and the UK is seen by many as the cradle of modern geology. Using the geological map of Britain, expert palaeontologist Peter Doyle offers a comprehensive guide to fossils in the UK, plotting the main fossil groups around the country, and relating them to the different ages of the rock in which they are found. With photographs of the fossils that can be discovered, and tips on how to find them yourself, British Fossils is the perfect companion for the novice fossil hunter or enthusiast. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Professor Peter DoylePublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint: Shire Publications Volume: No. 474 Dimensions: Width: 14.90cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 0.136kg ISBN: 9780747806868ISBN 10: 0747806861 Pages: 64 Publication Date: 10 September 2008 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: No Longer Our Product Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Language: English Table of ContentsThe Meaning of Fossils /The British Isles - 2,900 Million Years of Earth History /The Variety of Fossils /Collecting Fossils /Suggested Reading /IndexReviewsAuthor InformationPeter Doyle is a freelance palaeontologist and visiting professor at University College London who teaches palaeontology and geology at a number of universities. He is the author of numerous scientific papers and books, including The Key to Earth History and Understanding Fossils (both Wiley). He edits two geological magazines, Geology Today, and, for children, Rockwatch. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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