The Age Of Mammals: In Europe, Asia And North America (1921)

By Henry Fairfield Osborn

Book Overview

The Age of Mammals: In Europe, Asia and North America is a book written by Henry Fairfield Osborn and published in 1921. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution and development of mammals during the Cenozoic Era in Europe, Asia, and North America. Osborn, a renowned paleontologist and curator at the American Museum of Natural History, explores the diverse range of mammals that existed during this period, including primates, carnivores, ungulates, and rodents. He examines the geological and environmental factors that shaped the evolution of these animals, including the impact of climate change, plate tectonics, and the emergence of new habitats. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs, diagrams, and illustrations, making it an accessible and engaging read for both scholars and lay readers interested in the history of life on Earth. The Age of Mammals remains a seminal work in the field of paleontology and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural history of our planet.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167029054
• ISBN13: 9781167029059
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 658 Pages
• Weight: 1.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"