Bibliograph

Fossils, Douglas Palmer

Type

Label

Fossils, Douglas Palmer

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Fossils

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

Douglas Palmer

Series statement

Collins gem

Summary

This handy guide covers everything you need to know when looking for fossils in any part of Britain and Europe. Many different types of fossilized objects are included, from plants and coral, to insects, birds and dinosaurs. Collecting fossils is a popular pastime that offers an exciting glimpse of life before man while at the same time takes you to some of the most beautiful landscapes and coastlines. This practical introductory guide provides general fossil identifications with information on their geological age and distribution. Additionally, it also covers some of the aspects involved in the process of fossilization and how to collect fossils. Major groups of fossils are illustrated and some of the important anatomical features to keep in mind when identifying them are shown and explained. The book includes advice and safety tips for fossil hunters and all those eager to make exciting discoveries about the ancient past

Target audience

adult

Classification

Contributor