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Some folks outgrow fascination with huge ancient creatures; and some, as they age, stop drawing pictures of large animals but not Richard Ellis. He continues to write and draw for serious readers whose curiosity lives, distilling current scientific knowledge in accessible text and providing b&w drawings that both incite wonder and inform. In this work he concentrates on the predators of prehistoric oceans, having previously published books on whales, sharks, and giant squids. The extensive list of references occupies 30 pages. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Working from the fossil record, Richard Ellis explores the natural history of these fierce predators, speculates on their habits, and tells how they eventually became extinct - or did they? He traces the 200-million-year history of the great ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs, and mosasaurs who swam the ancient oceans - and who, according to some, may even still frequent the likes of Loch Ness.The first book about these animals in nearly a century, Sea Dragons draws upon the most recent scientific research to reconstruct their lives and habitats. Along the way, the book also provides insights into and tales about the work, discoveries, and competing theories that compose the world of vertebrate paleontology.
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