Amber: The Natural Time Capsule - Couverture souple

Ross, Andrew

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1770857591 ISBN 13 : 9781770857599

Editeur : Firefly Books, 2016

Synopsis

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:

How amber is formed from the resin of ancient trees

The fascinating process by which amber preserves natural specimens

The secrets amber can reveal

Types of amber

Where amber can be found

The role of amber in science and art

Practical advice on how to distinguish genuine amber from fakes

Recent discoveries and developments

Exclusive and particularly valuable features of the book include:

Stunning and previously unpublished photographs of specimens from the collection of the Natural History Museum in London

Detailed illustrated identification keys to the most common insect inclusions

The storied search for DNA in insect inclusions in amber

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.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Andrew Ross is curator of fossil arthropods at the Natural History Museum, London, England.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Firefly Books
• Date d'édition: 2016
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1770857591
• ISBN 13: 9781770857599
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 112
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible