
Introduction to the Study of Dinosaurs
Anthony J. Martin(Author)
Wiley (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 22. December 2005
Book
Paperback/Softback
576 pages
978-1-4051-3413-2 (ISBN)
Description
This highly accessible introduction to dinosaurs places scientific method at the crux of the studies, teaching students about scientific research and principles as they learn about dinosaurs.
Now in its second edition, the text includes updates on recent finds, increased coverage of evolution and physiology, and an expanded and improved illustration program.
Balances scientific rigour with real world examples.
This new edition includes updates on recent finds and an increased coverage of evolution and physiology.
Also features end of chapter discussion questions, easy reference glossary, new references at the end of each chapter, and high-quality, full color figures and photographs throughout.
Now in its second edition, the text includes updates on recent finds, increased coverage of evolution and physiology, and an expanded and improved illustration program.
Balances scientific rigour with real world examples.
This new edition includes updates on recent finds and an increased coverage of evolution and physiology.
Also features end of chapter discussion questions, easy reference glossary, new references at the end of each chapter, and high-quality, full color figures and photographs throughout.
Reviews / Votes
"This book is successful. It is indeed full of valuable and useful information that is generally well packaged and accessible." (Geological Magazine, July 2008)More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Hoboken
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 272 mm
Width: 211 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
1157 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4051-3413-2 (9781405134132)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
T. Martin
Introduction to the Study of Dinosaurs
Book
11/2001
Blackwell Science Inc.
€75.71
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Person
Anthony Martin is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Studies at Emory University, where he has taught for 15 years.
Content
Preface. 1. Why Study Dinosaurs?.
2. Overview of Scientific Methods.
3. History of Dinosaur Studies.
4. Paleontology and Geology as Sciences.
5. Dinosaur Anatomy and Classification.
6. Dinosaur Evolution.
7. Dinosaur Taphonomy.
8. Dinosaur Physiology.
9. Theropoda.
10. Sauropodomorpha.
11. Ornithopoda.
12. Thyreophora.
13. Marginocephalia.
14. Dinosaur Ichnology.
15. Birds as Dinosaurs.
16. Dinosaur Extinctions.
Glossary.
Index
2. Overview of Scientific Methods.
3. History of Dinosaur Studies.
4. Paleontology and Geology as Sciences.
5. Dinosaur Anatomy and Classification.
6. Dinosaur Evolution.
7. Dinosaur Taphonomy.
8. Dinosaur Physiology.
9. Theropoda.
10. Sauropodomorpha.
11. Ornithopoda.
12. Thyreophora.
13. Marginocephalia.
14. Dinosaur Ichnology.
15. Birds as Dinosaurs.
16. Dinosaur Extinctions.
Glossary.
Index