The Call of Distant Mammoths

Why the Ice Age Mammals Disappeared

Autori

• Peter D. Ward

Parametri

• 241 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Animali
• Natura
• Natura, animali
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Set against the backdrop of the last Ice Age, the narrative delves into the fascinating world of prehistoric megafauna, including saber-toothed tigers and mammoths. It investigates the causes behind their extinction, offering insights into both natural disasters and human impact. The book also provides a broader perspective on mass extinctions throughout Earth's history, highlighting significant events like the comet crash that wiped out the dinosaurs. Engagingly written, it invites readers to reflect on the fragility of life on our planet.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1997

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