Dinosaurs, with Special Reference to the American Museum Collections by Matthew
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"Dinosaurs, with Special Reference to the American Museum Collections" by W. D. Matthew is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. It provides a comprehensive exploration of dinosaurs, focusing particularly on the specimens housed at the American Museum of Natural History. The book delves into the classification, characteristics, and historical significance of these ancient reptiles, offering a detailed perspective on their life and environment during the Mesozoic Era. The opening
of this work introduces readers to the concept of paleontology and the vast geological timescales involved in the study of dinosaurs. It begins with a reflection on prehistoric life and the evolutionary significance of the Age of Reptiles, emphasizing the long periods of time that separated different species. The text outlines the framework of the book, hinting at various chapters that will explore North America's geology during the Age of Reptiles, the diversity and classification of dinosaurs, and details about specific genera and their ecosystems. Overall, it sets the stage for a detailed examination of the fascinating world of dinosaurs, combining rigorous scientific insights with engaging narratives drawn from museum collections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Matthew, William Diller, 1871-1930 |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Brown, Barnum, 1873-1963 |
| Contributor | Osborn, Henry Fairfield, 1857-1935 |
| Title | Dinosaurs, with Special Reference to the American Museum Collections |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Brian Janes, Suzanne Lybarger, Jeannie Howse, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Dinosaurs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19302 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19302-1 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1215 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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