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After examining the nature of science and pseudoscience and their relation to cryptozoology, Loxton and Prothero take on Bigfoot; the Yeti, or Abominable Snowman, and its cross-cultural incarnations; the Loch Ness monster and its highly publicized sightings; the evolution of the Great Sea Serpent; and Mokele Mbembe, or the Congo dinosaur. They conclude with an analysis of the psychology behind the persistent belief in paranormal phenomena, identifying the major players in cryptozoology, discussing the character of its subculture, and considering the challenge it poses to clear and critical thinking in our increasingly complex world.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227586605429,"sku":"9780231153218","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231153218_cd2659c8-d700-4909-93ca-f303567963c5.jpg?v=1787039830"},{"product_id":"9780231171915","title":"The Story of Life in 25 Fossils – Tales of Intrepid Fossil Hunters and the Wonders of Evolution","description":"Every fossil tells a story. Best-selling paleontology author Donald R. Prothero describes twenty-five famous, beautifully preserved fossils in a gripping scientific history of life on Earth. Recounting the adventures behind the discovery of these objects and fully interpreting their significance within the larger fossil record, Prothero creates a riveting history of life on our planet.  The twenty-five fossils portrayed in this book catch animals in their evolutionary splendor as they transition from one kind of organism to another. We witness extinct plants and animals of microscopic and immense size and thrilling diversity. We learn about fantastic land and sea creatures that have no match in nature today. Along the way, we encounter such fascinating fossils as the earliest trilobite, Olenellus; the giant shark Carcharocles; the \"fishibian\" Tiktaalik; the \"Frogamander\" and the \"Turtle on the Half-Shell\"; enormous marine reptiles and the biggest dinosaurs known; the first bird, Archaeopteryx; the walking whale Ambulocetus; the gigantic hornless rhinoceros Paraceratherium, the largest land mammal that ever lived; and the Australopithecus nicknamed \"Lucy,\" the oldest human skeleton.   We meet the scientists and adventurers who pioneered paleontology and learn about the larger intellectual and social contexts in which their discoveries were made. Finally, we find out where to see these splendid fossils in the world's great museums.  Ideal for all who love prehistoric landscapes and delight in the history of science, this book makes a treasured addition to any bookshelf, stoking curiosity in the evolution of life on Earth.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227593781621,"sku":"9780231171915","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231171915_c6a875fb-3dcc-4971-8f79-2932ab3d6c50.jpg?v=1786012523"},{"product_id":"9780231190374","title":"The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries – The Evidence and the People Who Found It","description":"The theory of evolution unites the past, present, and future of living things. It puts humanity’s place in the universe into necessary perspective. Despite a history of controversy, the evidence for evolution continues to accumulate as a result of many separate strands of amazing scientific sleuthing.   In The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries, Donald R. Prothero explores the most fascinating breakthroughs in piecing together the evidence for evolution. In twenty-five vignettes, he recounts the dramatic stories of the people who made crucial discoveries, placing each moment in the context of what it represented for the progress of science. He tackles topics like what it means to see evolution in action and what the many transitional fossils show us about evolution, following figures from Darwin to lesser-known researchers as they unlock the mysteries of the fossil record, the earth, and the universe. The book also features the stories of animal species strange and familiar, including humans—and our ties to some of our closest relatives and more distant cousins. Prothero’s wide-ranging tales showcase awe-inspiring and bizarre aspects of nature and the powerful insights they give us into the way that life works.   Brisk and entertaining while firmly grounded in fundamental science, The Story of Evolution in 25 Discoveries is a captivating read for anyone curious about the evidence for evolution and what it means for humanity.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227745235317,"sku":"9780231190374","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231190374_afda6f2d-211b-41ff-9060-c459523ca36c.jpg?v=1786012575"},{"product_id":"9780231195799","title":"Fantastic Fossils – A Guide to Finding and Identifying Prehistoric Life","description":"Nothing fills us with a sense of wonder like fossils. What looks at first like a simple rock is in fact a clue that reveals the staggering diversity of ancient environments, the winding pathways of evolution, and the majesty of a vanished earth. But as much as one might daydream of digging a hole in the backyard and finding a Tyrannosaurus, only a few places contain these buried treasures, and when a scientist comes across a remnant of prehistoric life, great care must be taken. What do budding paleontologists need to know before starting their search?In Fantastic Fossils, Donald R. Prothero offers an accessible, entertaining, and richly illustrated guide to the paleontologist’s journey. He details the best places to look for fossils, the art of how to find them, and how to classify the major types. Prothero provides expert wisdom about typical fossils that an average person can hope to collect and how to hunt fossils responsibly and ethically. He also explores the lessons that both common and rarer discoveries offer about paleontology and its history, as well as what fossils can tell us about past climates and present climate change. Captivating illustrations by the paleoartist Mary Persis Williams bring to life hundreds of important specimens. Offering valuable lessons for armchair enthusiasts and paleontology students alike, Fantastic Fossils is an essential companion for all readers who have ever dreamed of going in search of traces of a lost world.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227761389941,"sku":"9780231195799","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231195799_49f3194e-feea-4db0-ada2-200566fbb5fe.jpg?v=1786012598"},{"product_id":"9780231180641","title":"Evolution – What the Fossils Say and Why It Matters","description":"Donald R. Prothero's Evolution is an entertaining and rigorous history of the transitional forms and series found in the the fossil record. Its engaging narrative of scientific discovery and well-grounded analysis has led to the book's widespread adoption in courses that teach the nature and value of fossil evidence. Evolution tackles flood geology, rock dating, neo-Darwinism, and macroevolution. It includes extensive coverage of the primordial soup, invertebrate transitions, the development of the backbone, the reign of the dinosaurs, and the transformation from chimpanzee to human. The book details the many \"missing links,\" including some of the most recent discoveries, that flesh out the fossil timeline and the evolutionary process.  In this second edition, Prothero describes new transitional fossils from various periods, vividly depicting such bizarre creatures as the Odontochelys, or the \"turtle on the half shell,\" fossil snakes with legs, and the \"Frogamander,\" a new example of amphibian transition.   Prothero's discussion of intelligent-design arguments includes more historical examples and careful examination of the \"experiments\" and observations that are exploited by creationists seeking to undermine sound science education. With new perspectives, Prothero reframes creationism more as a case study in denialism and pseudoscience than as a field with its own intellectual dynamism. The first edition was hailed as the best book on the fossil evidence for evolution, and this second edition will be welcome in the libraries of scholars, teachers, and general readers who stand up for sound science.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56227823649141,"sku":"9780231180641","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231180641_20eb3960-929c-4dc3-b02b-c540084ca9c4.jpg?v=1786012549"},{"product_id":"9780231182614","title":"The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks – Tales of Important Geological Puzzles and the People Who Solved Them","description":"Every rock is a tangible trace of the earth’s past. The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks tells the fascinating stories behind the discoveries that shook the foundations of geology. In twenty-five chapters—each about a particular rock, outcrop, or geologic phenomenon—Donald R. Prothero recounts the scientific detective work that shaped our understanding of geology, from the unearthing of exemplary specimens to tectonic shifts in how we view the inner workings of our planet. Prothero follows in the footsteps of the scientists who asked—and answered—geology’s biggest questions: How do we know how old the earth is? What happened to the supercontinent Pangea? How did ocean rocks end up at the top of Mount Everest? What can we learn about our planet from meteorites and moon rocks? He answers these questions through expertly chosen case studies, such as Pliny the Younger’s firsthand account of the eruption of Vesuvius; the granite outcrops that led a Scottish scientist to theorize that the landscapes he witnessed were far older than Noah’s Flood; the salt and gypsum deposits under the Mediterranean Sea that indicate that it was once a desert; and how trying to date the age of meteorites revealed the dangers of lead poisoning. Each of these breakthroughs filled in a piece of the greater puzzle that is the earth, with scientific discoveries dovetailing with each other to offer an increasingly coherent image of the geologic past. Summarizing a wealth of information in an entertaining, approachable style, The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks is essential reading for the armchair geologist, the rock hound, and all who are curious about the earth beneath their feet.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56228097622389,"sku":"9780231182614","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231182614_c11a7eb9-b8cd-42fe-91e8-bb5c2ee52f55.jpg?v=1786012551"},{"product_id":"9780231186032","title":"The Story of the Dinosaurs in 25 Discoveries – Amazing Fossils and the People Who Found Them","description":"Today, any kid can rattle off the names of dozens of dinosaurs. 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He recounts the escapades of the larger-than-life personalities who made modern paleontology, including scientific rivalries like the nineteenth-century “Bone Wars.” Prothero also details how to draw the boundaries between species and explores debates such as whether dinosaurs had feathers, explaining the findings that settled them or keep them going. Throughout, he offers a clear and rigorous look at what paleontologists consider sound interpretation of evidence. An essential read for any dinosaur lover, this book teaches us to see an ancient world ruled by giant majestic creatures anew.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56228756259189,"sku":"9780231186032","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231186032_938e12bb-3110-4fcf-bb59-df8a4e50263f.jpg?v=1786012557"},{"product_id":"9780231203586","title":"The Story of Earth′s Climate in 25 Discoveries – How Scientists Found the Connections Between Climate and Life","description":"Over 4.5 billion years, Earth’s climate has transformed tremendously. Before our more temperate recent past, the planet swung from one extreme to another—from a greenhouse world of sweltering temperatures and high sea levels to a “snowball earth” in which glaciers reached the equator. During this history, we now know, living things and the climate have always influenced and even shaped each other. But the climate has never changed as rapidly or as drastically as it has since the Industrial Revolution.   In this lively and entertaining book, Donald R. Prothero explores the astonishing connections between climate and life through the ages, telling the remarkable stories of the scientists who made crucial discoveries. Journeying through the intertwined evolution of climate and life, he tackles questions such as: Why do we have phytoplankton to thank for the air we breathe? What kind of climate was necessary for the rise of the dinosaurs—or the mammals, their successors? When and how have climatic changes caused mass extinctions? Prothero concludes with the Ice Ages and the Holocene, the role of climate in human history, and the perils of anthropogenic climate change. Understanding why the climate has changed in the past, this timely book shows, is essential to grasping the gravity of how radically human activity is altering the climate today.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":57685803794805,"sku":"9780231222617","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":56229272289653,"sku":"9780231203586","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780231222617_1be03174-490b-4bd7-b640-5dacb4a82da6.jpg?v=1792598997"},{"product_id":"9780367473167","title":"Vertebrate Evolution","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first vertebrate animals appear in the fossil record over 520 million years ago. These lineages diversified and eventually crept ashore leading to further evolutionary divergence and the appearance of the familiar charismatic vertebrates of today. 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Here is the ultimate illustrated field guide to the lost world of these weird and wonderful prehistoric creatures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA woolly mammoth probably won't come thundering through your vegetable garden any time soon. But if one did, this would be the book to keep on your windowsill next to the binoculars. It covers all the main groups of fossil mammals, discussing taxonomy and evolutionary history, and providing concise accounts of the better-known genera and species as well as an up-to-date family tree for each group. No other book presents such a wealth of new information about these animals—what they looked like, how they behaved, and how they were interrelated. In addition, this unique guide is stunningly illustrated throughout with full-color reconstructions of these beasts—many never before depicted—along with photographs of amazing fossils from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides an up-to-date guidebook to hundreds of extinct species, from saber-toothed cats to giant mammoths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a wealth of color illustrations, including new reconstructions of many animals never before depicted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates evolution in action—such as how whales evolved from hoofed mammals and how giraffes evolved from creatures with short necks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplains how mass extinctions and climate change affected mammals, including why some mammals grew so huge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56292930093429,"sku":"9780691156828","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780691156828_e85da949-cbbe-420c-8fcd-86e6efc7b5d1.jpg?v=1786014719"},{"product_id":"9781588345622","title":"Giants of the Lost World","description":"\u003cp\u003eMore than a hundred years ago, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle wrote a novel called \u003ci\u003eThe Lost World\u003c\/i\u003e with the exciting premise that dinosaurs and other prehistoric beasts still ruled in South America. Little did Conan Doyle know, there were terrifying monsters in South America--they just happened to be extinct. In fact, South America has an incredible history as a land where many strange creatures evolved and died out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn his book \u003ci\u003eGiants of the Lost World: Dinosaurs and Other Extinct Monsters of South America\u003c\/i\u003e, Donald R. Prothero uncovers the real science and history behind this fascinating story. The largest animal ever discovered was the huge sauropod dinosaur \u003ci\u003eArgentinosaurus\u003c\/i\u003e, which was about 130 feet long and weighed up to 100 tons. The carnivorous predator \u003ci\u003eGiganotosaurus\u003c\/i\u003e weighed in at more than 8 tons and measured more than 47 feet long, dwarfing the \u003ci\u003eT. rex\u003c\/i\u003e in comparison. Gigantic anacondas broke reptile records; possums evolved into huge saber-toothed predators; and ground sloths grew larger than elephants in this strange, unknown land.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProthero presents the scientific details about each of these prehistoric beasts, provides a picture of the ancient landscapes they once roamed, and includes the stories of the individuals who first discovered their fossils for a captivating account of a lost world that is stranger than fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56304288661877,"sku":"9781588345622","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781588345622_6fd0ec1c-6ca5-4cee-a29d-7e7ec13a76f0.jpg?v=1786023788"},{"product_id":"9781032264363","title":"Evolution of the Ammonoids","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmmonites are an extinct and charismatic lineage that persisted for over 300 million years. They were used, with other fossils, to corroborate the principle of faunal succession and launch the field of biostratigraphy. Despite intense research, many important questions remain unanswered. Furthermore, outdated hypotheses persist. Many new findings include a better understanding of their appearance in life, their locomotion, and their role in long-gone ecosystems. And, of course, there are still controversies; e.g. why did shell complexity increase during evolutionary history. This richly illustrated book describes the full range of ammonoids and their fascinating evolutionary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocuments the early history of paleontology and the role played by ammonoids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribes the basic anatomy of a diverse and long-persisting lineage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummarizes the classification and diversity of ammonoids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavishly illustrated with beautiful reconstructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighlights recent findings and outstanding controversies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRelated Titles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePonder, W. F. D. R. Lindberg and J. M. Ponder. \u003ci\u003eBiology and Evolution of the Mollusca\u003c\/i\u003e (Vol 1. ISBN 978-1-0321-7660-4, Vol 2. 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Prothero takes readers on a journey through the history of mammals, opening a window onto the worlds of some of the most incredible and peculiar animals that ever lived. He tells the dramatic stories of fossil findings and the paleontologists who unraveled them, showing how scientific ingenuity advanced our knowledge of both ancient and present-day mammals. Alongside iconic animals like mastodons, dire wolves, and sabertoothed cats, Prothero introduces readers to a vast range of little-known prehistoric creatures. Some resemble their living relatives, but with a twist: short-necked giraffes, camels without humps, rhinos without horns, bear-sized beavers. Others are like nothing alive today, such as chalicotheres, which look like a cross between a horse and gorilla but with claws, and uintatheres, which one scientist compared to “giant horned bunnies.” Lively and informative, The Story of the Mammals in 25 Discoveries highlights the wonder, beauty, and strangeness of the creatures that have shared our world.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57499329331573,"sku":"9780231218306","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-donald-r-prothero.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}