- Publisher: National Geographic
- Year: 2008
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 320pp
- Illustrated: Yes
- Dimensions: 220x140mm
- Condition: New
- Weight: 0.4kg
- ISBN: 9781426203848
- Product code: 546641
Grave Secrets of Dinosaurs
Soft Tissues and Hard Science
Phillip Manning New Paperback Illustrated
Postscript summary
In North Dakota in 1999 fossil hunter Tyler Lyson discovered a hadrosaur that, remarkably, had its skin preserved. Paleontologist Phillip Manning records how he and Lyson collaborated with a wide community of experts to excavate the find and use the latest technology to learn more about the creature.
Product information
Full publisher description
Many of us have seen dinosaur bones and skeletons, maybe even dinosaur eggs...but what did those fearsome animals really look like in the flesh? Soft-tissue fossils give tantalizing clues about the appearance and physiology of the ancient animals. Bone structure is just the beginning of our knowledge today, thanks to amazing digs like these. Drawing on new breakthroughs and cutting-edge techniques of analysis, Dr. Manning takes us on a thrilling, globe-spanning tour of dinosaur mummy finds from the first such excavation in 1908 to a baby dinosaur unearthed in 1980, from a dino with a heart in South Dakota to titanosaur embryos in Argentina. And he discusses his own groundbreaking analysis of "Dakota," discovered by Tyler Lyson. Using state-of-the-art technology to scan and analyse this remarkable discovery, National Geographic and Dr. Manning create an incredibly lifelike portrait of Dakota. The knowledge to be gained from this exceedingly rare find, and those that came before it, will intrigue dinosaur-loving readers of all ages.
Reasons to shop at Postscript
Independent bookseller
Established in 1987, we’ve been sharing reading recommendations for decades.
Books you won’t find elsewhere
Discover new authors among our frequently changing bookshelves, along with almost-forgotten gems and a wealth of unusual titles you won’t find elsewhere.
Eco-friendly packaging
Orders are carefully packed in recyclable cardboard boxes, eco-friendly bubble wrap and solvent-free labels, paper and tape.
Condition and price
All our books are new, unused and unread, and they’re all up to 75% off RRP.
FREE monthly catalogue
Featuring over 400 handpicked titles, our unique catalogue is carefully curated and includes new and unusual titles, special features and exclusive collections.
Email newsletters
Our tailored newsletters are written by our booksellers, and we always highlight the books that we have talked about most in the Postscript office.
Footnotes blog
Some books spark ideas and conversations that our catalogue can’t contain – our Footnotes blog offers a deeper dive into a wealth of topics to inspire further reading.
Aftercare
We are all serious book people and we understand the value of reading. This is why we package our books so carefully and employ a helpful in-house customer services team to promptly resolve any queries you may have.
Delivery information
UK
Free UK standard delivery on all online orders over £25
Unlimited books in one delivery charge:
- • Standard: £3.20 (3-5 working days)
- • Click & Collect: £3.20 (3-5 working days)
- • Next Day (orders must be placed before 1pm, Monday–Friday): £4.50
- • Royal Mail Tracked48: £5.50 (2-4 working days)
Highlands and Islands delivery: standard delivery only (5-7 working days)
Overseas
All orders: delivery costs for orders outside the UK are based on country of destination and product weight.
You can view your overseas delivery cost using the Summary section within the Basket.
For more information on delivery/overseas orders please refer to our Delivery Information.
product
https://www.psbooks.co.uk/grave-secrets-of-dinosaurs
546641
Grave Secrets of Dinosaurs
https://www.psbooks.co.uk/media/catalog/product/5/4/546641_media-0.jpg
4.99
4.99
GBP
InStock
/New Arrivals
/New Arrivals/Non-Fiction New Arrivals
/Non-Fiction/Categories/Science & Nature
/Non-Fiction/Categories/Science & Nature/Earth Science
/Non-Fiction/Categories/Science & Nature/Earth Science/Geology
In North Dakota in 1999 fossil hunter Tyler Lyson discovered a hadrosaur that, remarkably, had its skin preserved. Paleontologist Phillip Manning records how he and Lyson collaborated with a wide community of experts to excavate the find and use the latest technology to learn more about the creature.
Paperback
0
0
https://www.psbooks.co.uk/media/catalog/product/5/4/546641_media-1.jpg
https://www.psbooks.co.uk/media/catalog/product/5/4/546641_media-2.jpg
add-to-cart
rrp_info:£10.99
productId:186935
bic_code:WNA
WNA
£10.99
Phillip Manning
General
220x140mm
National Geographic
No
Paperback
