Download or read book When Dinosaurs Roamed New Jersey written by William B. Gallagher and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 1997 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He points out places in New Jersey and nearby where specimens characteristic of each era can be found. He shows how fossil evidence discovered in the state is helping paleontologists reconstruct the ecological interactions and behavior of dinosaurs, and discusses such continuing scientific controversies as the reason for the extinction of the dinosaurs.

Download or read book When Dinosaurs Ruled written by Jean F. Blashfield and published by Heinemann-Raintree Library. This book was released on 2005-10 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine a world with volcanoes erupting as a single supercontinent slowly breaks apart. Fierce creatures over 16 feet tall and 40 feet long with huge, sharp teeth. Flying reptiles with a 30-foot wingspan prowling the skies. This is not a nightmare vision. This is our planet, Earth, over 100 million years ago! Journey into the distant past with this book and witness the earliest events in what would become North America; when life flourished and the dinosaurs ruled the land, only to be wiped out when a meteorite from outer space exploded on Earth.

Download or read book Dinosaurs and Other Mesozoic Reptiles of California written by Richard Hilton and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2003-08-29 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most geologically complex and diverse states, California spent much of the age of dinosaurs under water. While most of the fossils found in the state are those of reptiles that lived in the sea (thalattosaurs, ichthyosaurs, mosasaurs, plesiosaurs, and turtles), some are those of birds and pterosaurs that soared above it. Other fossils come from terrestrial animals that died and were washed into the ocean. These include turtles, crocodiles, lizards, and dinosaurs such as armored ankylosaurs, duck-billed hadrosaurs, and a variety of carnivorous dinosaurs. Richard Hilton is the first to tell the unsung story of the dinosaurs and reptiles of land, sea, and sky that lived in California and Baja California during the Mesozoic era (245 million-65 million years ago), in addition to the history of their discovery. Vibrantly illustrated with more than three hundred photographs, paintings, and drawings, this book provides geological and environmental details, describes the significance of the major fossils, and chronicles the adventures involved in the discovery, preparation, and publishing of the finds. Hilton also includes accounts of the scientists, teachers, students, ranchers, and weekend fossil hunters who endured (and continue to endure) harsh weather, fires, wild animals, and the usual challenges of fieldwork to collect fossil remains and make major discoveries. These enthusiasts managed to safeguard an abundance of fossil resources, some of which would otherwise have been destroyed by quarrying, paving, and housing developments. Dinosaurs and Other Mesozoic Reptiles of California takes this legacy one step further by documenting information about the fossils and their finders in accessible prose and vivid artistic renderings, creating a valuable contribution to our understanding of California’s prehistoric past.

Download or read book Dinosaur Highway written by Laurie E. Jasinski and published by Texas A&M University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Where the Paluxy River now winds through the North Texas Hill Country, the great lizards of prehistory once roamed, leaving their impressive footprints deep in the limy sludge of what would become the earth’s Cretaceous layer. It wouldn’t be until a summer day in1909, however, when young George Adams went splashing along the creekbed, that chance and shifting sediments would reveal these stony traces of an ancient past. Young Adams’s first discovery of dinosaur tracks in the Paluxy River Valley, near the small community of Glen Rose, Texas, came more than one hundred million years after the reign of the dinosaurs. During this prehistoric era, herds of lumbering “sauropods” and tri-toed, carnivorous “theropods” made their way along what was then an ancient “dinosaur highway.” Today, their long-ago footsteps are immortalized in the limestone of the riverbed, arousing the curiosity of picnickers and paleontologists alike. Indeed, nearly a century after their first discovery, the “stony oddities” of Somervell County continue to draw Saturday-afternoon tourists, renowned scholars, and dinosaur enthusiasts from across the nation and around the globe. In her careful, and colorful, history of Dinosaur Valley State Park, Jasinski deftly interweaves millennia of geological time with local legend, old photographs, and quirky anecdotes of the people who have called the valley home. Beginning with the valley’s “first visitors”—the dinosaurs—Jasinski traces the area’s history through to the decades of the twentieth century, when new track sites continued to be discovered, and visitors and locals continued to leave their own material imprint upon the changing landscape. The book reaches its culmination in the account of the hard-won battle fought by Somervell residents and officials during the latter decades of the century to secure Dinosaur Valley’s preservation as a state park.

Download or read book Geology of the San Francisco Bay Region written by Doris Sloan and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2006-06-27 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "You can't really know the place where you live until you know the shapes and origins of the land around you. To feel truly at home in the Bay Area, read Doris Sloan's intriguing stories of this region's spectacular, quirky landscapes."—Hal Gilliam, author of Weather of the San Francisco Bay Region "This is a fascinating look at some of the world's most complex and engaging geology. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in an understanding of the beautiful landscape and dynamic geology of the Bay Area."—Mel Erskine, geological consultant "This accessible summary of San Francisco Bay Area geology is particularly timely. We are living in an age where we must deal with our impact on our environment and the impact of the environment on us. Earthquake hazards, and to a lesser extent landslide hazards, are well known, but the public also needs to be aware of other important engineering and environmental impacts and geologic resources. This book will allow Bay Area residents to make more intelligent decisions about the geological issues affecting their lives."—John Wakabayashi, geological consultant

Download or read book Teddy s Dinosaur Adventure written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2024-03-20 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To read "Teddy's Dinosaur Adventure: A Teddy Bear's Mission to Meet Real Dinosaurs," you will meet Teddy, a cute teddy bear with big dreams and a strong desire to learn. One night under the stars, Teddy decides that he wants to go on an adventure that will take him out of his cozy home and into the world of the beautiful dinosaurs he has only read about. Because of this goal, Teddy sets out on a journey into the unknown, eager to find the elusive Dino Valley. An odd plan he finds in an old book helps him along the way. Teddy's trip takes him through beautiful landscapes that are full of challenges that test his bravery and determination. Teddy's trip is as much about the distance he travels as it is about the inner insights he gains. It takes him from the quiet depths of old forests where wise owls chat to singing rivers whose waters guide his steps and up mountains that scrape the sky. With each step forward, Teddy meets a new person who teaches him something new. He learns about kindness from a gentle fish, the eternal cycle of life from dinosaur elders, and the value of community and celebration from a happy dance with dinosaurs. Teddy's trip is full of magical moments, like when he touches something in the meadow and magical flowers bloom, or when he goes into a cave and hears voices from a long time ago talking about ancient mysteries. The interesting and mysterious people Teddy meets show him and the kids who read about him that the world is a never-ending research lab where even the hardest puzzles can be solved with bravery, friendship, and an open mind. It's not the dinosaurs themselves that Teddy thinks is the most amazing thing he has found, but rather his trip. His search ends on a night of wishes under a sky full of shooting stars. He's learned to be brave, met new people, and understood that journeys aren't just about getting somewhere; they're also about growing as a person, discovering new things, and making friends along the way. Teddy starts telling stories about magical fields, whispered secrets, and dinosaur dances when he gets home. People who read his stories are encouraged to go after their goals, start their own journeys, and remember that the most important things in life are our own thoughts and the relationships we make. The sweet story "Teddy's Dinosaur Adventure" celebrates the desire to learn more, the thrill of adventure, and the strong bond between friends. Chapter 1: A Wish Under the Stars A cute little teddy bear named Teddy, whose heart was as big as his interest, was lying on his back one beautiful night and looking up at the stars. For people who were brave enough to dream, each star was like a small lighthouse of wonder and hope that led to trips and dreams. With his smooth hair and kind, friendly eyes, Teddy was no different. That one night, his mind took him far from his cozy bed and into a huge, unexplored world waiting for him to find it. Teddy wanted to do many things, but one stood out: he wanted to meet real dinosaurs, the amazing animals he had only read about and seen in picture books. As Teddy lay there, the stars seemed to be brightening up to show that they were hearing his inner wishes. Teddy will always remember how wonderful that day was. He didn't know that this was the start of an amazing journey that would take him places he never thought possible. Even though it was very dark, Teddy saw something quietly twinkle next to him when the stars were the brightest. But this wasn't just any plan. This map was interesting; it came out of nowhere and had bright colors and worn edges. It made Teddy want to go on a journey like no other. With its winding roads, tall mountains, wide rivers, and dense woods, the map was beautifully made. Teddy's heart skipped a beat, but what really interested him was the big "X" that had been put in a certain spot and was labeled "Dino Valley." Dino Valley: Could it have once been home to real dinosaurs? Teddy's desire to try new things made him think that this was a chance he couldn't miss, and the idea was exciting. For the rest of the night, Teddy held the map in his small hands and thought about the trip he was about to take. He imagined himself walking through beautiful valleys while dinosaurs watched over him. He felt small and brave because he knew deep down that this was where he belonged. He saw himself playing with dinosaurs, learning from them, and even telling them stories under the big sky full of stars. The map wasn't just a piece of paper; it led to an interesting world and hinted at the amazing journey that was to come. When the first pink and gold light of dawn hit the walls of Teddy's room, he knew that his life was about to change. Thanks to the confusing map that would lead him, he was excited to explore the unknown, figure out Dino Valley's puzzles, and see the real dinosaurs of his dreams. He was led on this trip by the stars and his never-ending curiosity, like a teddy bear who thought dreams were magical. People all over the world were excited for Teddy to start his journey. Chapter 2: The Mysterious Chart Teddy was happy to start his day on a sunny morning because he had made his wish under the stars the night before. Today seemed different, but he couldn't explain why until he saw an old book that had been left on a shelf. This book wasn't like any other; it had been ignored for years and was full of dust. Its pages had hints of stories about creatures that have been dead for a long time, lost places, and the past. As Teddy carefully opened the book with his tiny, delicate paws, he felt like he was opening a prize chest. He had no idea what treats he would find inside. Teddy's heart was racing with joy as he turned the pages, which were full of drawing and stories about dinosaurs. He could picture himself walking among these huge animals, hearing their loud howls and feeling the ground shake under their feet. There was a map hidden among the stories and tales that Teddy found. It would change the course of his life forever. There was something strange about this map—it was dark and glowing all by itself, like it was alive and trying to reach out to him. Teddy was excited to explore the world of mountains, rivers, woods, and valleys that seemed to jump off the map's beautifully drawn pages. And there was Dino Valley, which had an “X" on it that seemed to glow just for him. Teddy's shocked eyes got even bigger. Some people said that dinosaurs still walked freely in Dino Valley, which was cut off from the rest of the world. There was a place Teddy had a hard time understanding that existed and that he would be able to visit it. There it was—a map showing the way. It was like the gods had heard his dream and decided to make it come true in the most imaginative way. Teddy understood how important it was to find the map. It looked like it had been hidden in the old book, ready to come out at the right time. Teddy saw the map as a way to get to a world beyond his wildest dreams and as a sign of exciting things to come. He was so excited that he couldn't help but use his finger to map out the way to Dino Valley and think about all the fun things that were going to happen. Of course, there would be problems. We wouldn't know what would happen on the long trip. Teddy, on the other hand, was ready for the journey of a lifetime because he was brave and had a big imagination.

Download or read book After Babel written by George Steiner and published by New York : Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1976 with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it first appeared in 1975, After Babel created a sensation, quickly establishing itself as both a controversial and seminal study of literary theory. In the original edition, Steiner provided readers with the first systematic investigation since the eighteenth century of the phenomenology and processes of translation both inside and between languages. Taking issue with the principal emphasis of modern linguistics, he finds the root of the "Babel problem" in our deep instinct for privacy and territory, noting that every people has in its language a unique body of shared secrecy. With this provocative thesis he analyzes every aspect of translation from fundamental conditions of interpretation to the most intricate of linguistic constructions.For the long-awaited second edition, Steiner entirely revised the text, added new and expanded notes, and wrote a new preface setting the work in the present context of hermeneutics, poetics, and translation studies. This new edition brings the bibliography up to the present with substantially updated references, including much Russian and Eastern European material. Like the towering figures of Derrida, Lacan, and Foucault, Steiner's work is central to current literary thought. After Babel, Third Edition is essential reading for anyone hoping to understand the debates raging in the academy today.

Download or read book My Beloved Brontosaurus written by Brian Switek and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Hudson Booksellers Staff Pick for the Best Books of 2013 One of Publishers Weekly's Top Ten Spring Science Books A Bookshop Santa Cruz Staff Pick Dinosaurs, with their awe-inspiring size, terrifying claws and teeth, and otherworldly abilities, occupy a sacred place in our childhoods. They loom over museum halls, thunder through movies, and are a fundamental part of our collective imagination. In My Beloved Brontosaurus, the dinosaur fanatic Brian Switek enriches the childlike sense of wonder these amazing creatures instill in us. Investigating the latest discoveries in paleontology, he breathes new life into old bones. Switek reunites us with these mysterious creatures as he visits desolate excavation sites and hallowed museum vaults, exploring everything from the sex life of Apatosaurus and T. rex's feather-laden body to just why dinosaurs vanished. (And of course, on his journey, he celebrates the book's titular hero, "Brontosaurus"—who suffered a second extinction when we learned he never existed at all—as a symbol of scientific progress.) With infectious enthusiasm, Switek questions what we've long held to be true about these beasts, weaving in stories from his obsession with dinosaurs, which started when he was just knee-high to a Stegosaurus. Endearing, surprising, and essential to our understanding of our own evolution and our place on Earth, My Beloved Brontosaurus is a book that dinosaur fans and anyone interested in scientific progress will cherish for years to come.

Download or read book Discover Texas Dinosaurs written by Charles E. Finsley and published by Taylor Trade Publishing. This book was released on 1999-03-01 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through photos and narrative, some of Texas' most dedicated scientists show you actual specimens of dinosaur material found in Texas, as well as dinosaur exhibits found throughout the state.

Download or read book Dinosaurs by the Decades written by Randy Moore and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2014-07-23 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing an appealing chronology of "all things dinosaur," this book covers these ancient creatures' roles and surprising importance in science, religion, and society at large. This exhaustive, up-to-date book contains more than 2,000 entries about dinosaurs and dinosaur-related topics. It provides not only detailed information about their discovery, underlying science, and recent technologies and theories but also encompasses all of the facets of dinosaurs in society—for example, their use in consumer marketing and promotion, popularization of dinosaurs in the media, as "proof" for both evolutionists and creationists to substantiate their claims about life's origins, and as cultural artifacts. Organized chronologically, the book offers an informative and entertaining timeline of how dinosaurs have appeared in science, religion, and society since they were discovered in the 1800s, covering everything from dinosaur museum displays to how dinosaurs served advocates of young-Earth creationism. This fascinating work enables a broad appreciation for the surprising significance of dinosaurs in many aspects of our daily lives and modern society.

Download or read book Jurassic World The Ultimate Visual History written by James Mottram and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-10-25 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following the release of director Colin Trevorrow's smash hit Jurassic World in 2015, the dinosaurs of Isla Nublar once again dominate the public imagination. Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History delivers a comprehensive look at the making of the first hit film, as well as its thrilling sequels Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and Jurassic World: Dominion. Through rare and never-before-seen imagery and exclusive interviews with key creatives, this deluxe volume explores the entire creative process, from the films' stunning dinosaur designs to the epic location shoots and the creation of the films' incredible visual effects. Fans will also discover a fascinating look at the wider world of the saga, including the Netflix animated series Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous,video games, toys, theme park attractions, and more. Unearth the story behind the making of the Jurassic World trilogy with this definitive collector's book, a must-have for fans of the action-packed saga.

Download or read book The Sauropod Dinosaurs written by Mark Hallett and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2016-11 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone with a passion for dinosaurs or prehistoric life will cherish this once-in-a-generation masterpiece.The book includes the following features: Over 200 full-color illustrations More than 100 color photographs from museums, field sites, and collections around the world Thoughtfully placed drawings and charts Clearly written text reviewed by major sauropod researchers Descriptions of the latest sauropod concepts and discoveries A field guide to major groups of sauropods Detailed skeletal reconstructions and anatomical restorations A comprehensive glossary

Download or read book Dinosaurs of the East Coast written by David B. Weishampel and published by . This book was released on 1996-05-21 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The great dinosaur bonebeds of the American and Canadian West are world famous for spectacular fossil yields. But the eastern U.S. and maritime Canada have been equally inportant to the study of these extraordinary creatures. Dinosaurs of the East Coast combines science, history, and modern reporting to offer a new look at an always fascinating subject. 29 line, 110 halftone illustrations.

Download or read book The White Giraffe Series The Elephant s Tale written by Lauren St John and published by Orion Children's Books. This book was released on 2010-05-14 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fourth book in the heart-warming White Giraffe series by Lauren St John, featuring the African adventures of Martine and her magical white giraffe. When a sinister stranger calls at Sawubona, Martine is in for a shock. He claims he's the rightful owner of the reserve and every animal in it, including the white giraffe. With just thirteen days to save her home, Martine and Ben stowaway on a plane to Namibia, where the key to the mystery lies. But trouble follows them to the desert dunes. There, they uncover a plot to destroy a herd of rare elephants. And to rescue them, they need the help of the elephants themselves.

Download or read book Geology of U S Parklands written by Eugene P. Kiver and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1999-06-15 with total page 916 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating and accessible introduction to the principles of physical and historical geology. For the millions who visit them each year, U.S. national parklands offer a glittering spectacle of natural wonders. But beyond the spectacular scenery, these national treasures have a much bigger, more awe-inspiring tale to tell--a sprawling story of upheaval and transformation, involving forces and time-spans almost beyond imagining. The purpose of this book is to provide you with the knowledge you need to read and interpret that story, and to make visits to the parklands even more special. Requiring no prior familiarity with the geological sciences, this region-by-region exploration of the U.S. parklands teaches the principles of physical and historical geology by example. It begins with a general introduction to all important concepts, terms, and principles. In the chapters that follow, the authors take you on a tour through the geological regions of the United States. Beginning with Hawaii and the Pacific borderlands and moving progressively eastward to the Appalachian Mountains and the coastal plains of the East Coast, they provide you with a geologist's-eye view of the landforms, mountains, and bodies of water encountered in over 70 national parks and monuments, and tell the fascinating story of their evolution. Lavishly illustrated with nearly 300 stunning photographs and maps and featuring greatly expanded coverage of the geological story, history, and culture of U.S. parks and monuments, this new edition of Dr. David Harris's classic text is an ideal introduction to the principles of geology for students and nature enthusiasts alike.

Download or read book Dinosaurs of Utah written by Frank DeCourten and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An updated edition of the popular work that has enchanted and educated all ages about dinosaurs in Utah

Download or read book Lone Star Dinosaurs written by Louis L. Jacobs and published by Louise Lindsey Merrick Natural. This book was released on 1999-05 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, after mountains of time have passed, the story of dinosaurs in what is now Texas is being reconstructed, footprint by footprint, bone by bone. Lone Star Dinosaurs tells that story, along with the exciting tale of the discoveries that have opened a peephole into the past. Behind each fossil find, there is not just a dinosaur but a person - sometimes a child - whose spark of curiosity lights the picture of prehistory. This is a thrilling story, engagingly written and beautifully illustrated, through which young and old alike can enter the world of the dinosaurs and the world of the dinosaur hunters. Dinosaurs like Pleurocoelus, Alamosaurus, Chasmosaurus, Tyrannosaurus, and Tenontosaurus are a Texas legacy from worlds long past. Texas boasts of every basic group of dinosaurs - a remarkable diversity that samples nearly the entire range of dinosaurian development over an immense expanse of time. In fact, the three dinosaur-bearing areas within the state - the Panhandle, Central Texas, and Big Bend - yield treasures of vastly different ages, from the beginning of the Mesozoic Era more than 200 million years ago to the time of the big extinction some 66 million years ago. These dinosaurs lived in such different arrangements of the continents and oceans that they may as well have lived in different worlds. Their stories offer a compelling picture of the history of life on our planet.