The Carboniferous Ammonoids Of America (1908)

By James Perrin Smith

Book Overview

The Carboniferous Ammonoids of America is a book written by James Perrin Smith in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the ammonoids found in the Carboniferous period in America. Ammonoids are extinct marine mollusks that lived during the Paleozoic and Mesozoic eras. The Carboniferous period occurred approximately 359 to 299 million years ago and was known for its lush forests and diverse marine life. The book contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various species of ammonoids found in America during this period. Smith provides information on their morphology, anatomy, and classification. He also discusses their distribution and evolution throughout the Carboniferous period. The book is a valuable resource for paleontologists, geologists, and anyone interested in the history of life on Earth. It provides a glimpse into the diversity of marine life during the Carboniferous period and sheds light on the evolution of ammonoids. The book is written in a scientific style and is aimed at a specialist audience.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: 1120733154
• ISBN13: 9781120733153
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"