Bibliograph

The concise dinosaur encyclopedia, written by David Burnie ; illustrated by John Sibbick

Type

Label

The concise dinosaur encyclopedia, written by David Burnie ; illustrated by John Sibbick

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 224) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The concise dinosaur encyclopedia

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

53038312

Responsibility statement

written by David Burnie ; illustrated by John Sibbick

Summary

The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia is the most compact and comprehensive volume available for all the family. This portable encyclopedia uses a highly visual approach to a popular subject, with show-stopping artwork of dinosaurs in action. The book combines hard facts with interesting and intriguing feature spreads detailing dinosaur lifestyle, behavior, families, and habitat. From how life on earth began and how animals evolved to the catastrophic events that brought about the end of the dinosaurs, this book is a must for every dinosaur enthusiast. Timelines, a detailed glossary, and a comprehensive index help guide the reader through the book

Table Of Contents

Life in the distant past -- The age of ancient life -- The age of reptiles -- Plant-eating giants -- Ornithopods -- The meat eaters -- Giant meat eaters -- Armoured dinosaurs -- Reptiles in the air -- Reptiles in the sea -- The age of mammals

Target audience

pre adolescent

Classification