The Gigantic Mammals Of The Order Dinocerata (1885)

By Othniel Charles Marsh

Book Overview

The Gigantic Mammals Of The Order Dinocerata is a book written by Othniel Charles Marsh in 1885. The book is a comprehensive study of the Dinocerata, an extinct order of mammals that lived during the Eocene and Oligocene periods. The author provides detailed descriptions of the physical characteristics of these mammals, including their size, shape, and skeletal structure. He also discusses their evolutionary history and their place in the broader context of mammalian evolution. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of fossils, as well as detailed maps and diagrams to help readers understand the geography and geology of the areas where these animals lived. The Gigantic Mammals Of The Order Dinocerata is an important work of paleontology, providing valuable insights into the evolution of mammals and their place in the history of life on Earth.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: 1120885159
• ISBN13: 9781120885159
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"