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Best books to learn Dinosaurs & paleontology, in order
Paleontology has been revolutionized in a generation. A good path starts with the sweeping story of prehistoric life, then how fossils are actually read, then the frontier — feathers, extinction, deep-time ecology.
Reading paths for dinosaurs & paleontology
Dinosaurs for grown-ups: real paleontology
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning dinosaurs & paleontology?
- Paleontology has been revolutionized in a generation. A good path starts with the sweeping story of prehistoric life, then how fossils are actually read, then the frontier — feathers, extinction, deep-time ecology.
- What's a good book to start dinosaurs & paleontology with?
- A strong starting point is Prehistoric Life by David Norman. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after dinosaurs & paleontology?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Geology & Earth's history, Evolution, Animal minds & cognition.