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Discover mammoth secrets from Ice Age past.
If prehistoric creatures and mysteries of the Ice Age fascinate you, "Mammoths: Giants of the Ice Age" is a treasure. It's a journey back into the chilly realms where mammoths roamed, where you'll uncover a blend of history and science, anecdotal evidence and crisp narrative to satisfy your curiosity about these gentle giants. It's a vivid window into a frozen world and a must-read for amateur paleontologists and history buffs alike.
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ISBN: 9780711228016
Authors:
Paul G. Bahn Adrian Lister
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Date of Publication: 2007-10-26
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.07
(rated by 74 readers)
Description
This work traces the history of the mammoth from its origin to its extinction less than 4000 years ago. It scrutinises new archaeological findings to establish how these creatures lived, died and interacted with human culture.
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Discover mammoth secrets from Ice Age past.
If prehistoric creatures and mysteries of the Ice Age fascinate you, "Mammoths: Giants of the Ice Age" is a treasure. It's a journey back into the chilly realms where mammoths roamed, where you'll uncover a blend of history and science, anecdotal evidence and crisp narrative to satisfy your curiosity about these gentle giants. It's a vivid window into a frozen world and a must-read for amateur paleontologists and history buffs alike.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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