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Language: English
Published by Firefly Books, 2010
- Hardcover
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- Title
- Amber: The Natural Time Capsule
- Author
- Ross, Andrew
- Publisher
- Firefly Books
- Publication year
- 2010
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1554076099
- ISBN 13
- 9781554076093
A comprehensive introduction to amber and all its uses.
Amber is an engaging overview of this natural substance. It also explores how the fossilized inclusions trapped in the golden resin of spruce trees provide a superb record of prehistoric species and habitats. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this book includes all the current knowledge and ongoing research, such as:
Exclusive and particularly valuable features of the book include:
Amber brings the study of this fascinating substance and its secrets within reach of any reader, and it will particularly fascinate rock hounds, fossil and gem enthusiasts, hobbyists and jewelry designers.
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About the Author
Andrew Ross is curator of fossil arthropods at the Natural History Museum, London, England.
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