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The Story of the Dinosaurs and Life on Earth

Name: The Story of the Dinosaurs and Life on Earth
ISBN: 9781846967504

By Dougal Dixon

How did tiny ancient sea creatures lead to dinosaurs—and where did they all go?

fascinating informative prehistoric illustrated

Genres

Non-fiction Animals Nature

What is The Story of the Dinosaurs and Life on Earth about?

Travel through more than 540 million years of life on Earth, from the earliest creatures in ancient seas to the mighty dinosaurs that ruled prehistoric landscapes. Discover how plants and animals evolved, adapted and sometimes vanished as the planet changed. Meet fierce predators, unusual reptiles and other remarkable creatures, while learning how fossils help scientists piece together the past. Packed with fascinating facts about evolution, extinction and survival, this lively guide reveals the incredible story of our planet’s living history.

About the author

Dougal Dixon is a British author and scientist who loves writing about dinosaurs, animals, and the world around us. He is best known for his exciting books like 'After Man' and 'The New Dinosaurs', where he imagines what creatures might look like in the future. Dougal enjoys making science fun and easy to understand for everyone.

Pages

112 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2008

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