Fossils - Cyril Alexander Walker

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crystal-clear photography and a systematic approach make the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Fossils the most comprehensive and concise pocket to fossils of the world. Packed withmore than 1 000 full-colour photographs of over 500 species
this handbook is designed to cut through the complicated identification process and enable you to recognize a species instantly. Photo-encyclopedic Approach Expertly written and thoroughly vetted
each entry combines a precise description with annotated photography to highlight a fossil's chief characteristics and distinguishing features. A full-colour illustration
showing the fossil as a living animal or plant
as well as colour-coded bands providing at-a-glance facts for quick reference
complete every entry.Identification Made Easy For beginners and established enthusiasts alike
the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Fossils explains what a fossil is
how fossils are classified
and how to start a collection. To help you in the initial stages of identification
the book provides a visual key that makes it easy to recognize a fossil and place it in its correct genus. Finally a concise glossary gives instant understanding of technical and scientific terms.