The A to Z of Dinosaurs

<p>This is a dinosaur book for geeks. It's a lively fascinating and laugh-out-loud funny book for those of us who never outgrew our interest in these magnificent creatures. <em>The A to Z of Dinosaurs</em> part of the <em>A to Z Essential Guides</em> will delve into the world of the terrible lizards to indulge our search for knowledge whether it's about an antorbital fenestra or a <em>Zuul crurivastator</em>. <br> Written by a passionate enthusiast with a historian's eye for detail this book bridges the gap between simplistic picture books for toddlers and dense academic texts for graduate students. <em>The A to Z of Dinosaurs</em> covers what we want to know about dinosaurs in an accessible engaging style. Topics like:</p><ul><li>What makes a dinosaur a dinosaur?</li><li>Were dinosaurs cold-blooded or warm-blooded?</li><li>Could dinosaurs see in color?</li><li>Was Godzilla a dinosaur?</li><li>Why do old paintings show dinosaurs dragging their tails?</li><li>What was the dinner in a dinosaur?</li><li>What really caused them to become extinct?</li></ul><p>And most importantly ... How do we know?<br> Prepare to examine evidence debunk myths and bring the latest discoveries to life. Whether you're a long-time dino fan or a newcomer to the study of paleontology this book promises to satisfy your curiosity. (55000 words/92 photos).</p>