THE ELEMENTS OF PALEAONTOLOGY

R275.00

An authoritative textbook of palaeontology for students in schools, colleges and universities who require a knowledge of the subject at an introductory level. The book covers vertebrate, invertebrate and plant fossils. Over 200 examples are described virtually all forms mentioned by name are illustrated.

All the major groups of invertebrate fossils are described and an outline of the palaeontology of the vertebrates and plants is included. Particular attentions is given to the biological aspects of palaeontology.

The book is carefully illustrated with photographs and drawings.Many of the photographs and  nearly all the drawings have been specially prepared for this volume under the supervision of the author, and the pictures complement and reinforce the descriptions given in the text. The author has had considerable experience as a lecturer and examiner in palaeontolgy

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Authored by Rhona M. Black and published by Cambridge University Press of Cambridge, U.K., in 1971. Soft cover bound, this Reprint copy is in Very Good condition, covered in plastic with an illustrated cover. The size of the book is 228x150x23mm, with 339 pages including the index. ISBN 0521096154. Slightly scuffed on edges, 1 cnr bent, 2 pieces of sello-tape damage and a few feint traces. Book has b&w line drawings, photos throughout and 4 col plates. A very useful introductory text. Pencil annotations to inside front end paper.