Synopses & Reviews
"Imagine my astonishment when, several years ago, I discovered that my great grandfather Edward Blackwell had been a dinosaur fossil hunter in the American West . . . and#160;This book is a tribute to my lost relative, and to the vanished world that gripped him so." and#8212;Archie Blackwelland#160;Written by a descendent of an actual fossil hunter, this fascinating interactive volume explores the exciting era of the early paleontologistsand#8212;and the terrifying creatures their discoveries brought to light. Dazzling artwork of dinosaurs and their prehistoric environments combine with awesome CGI scenes that capture the beasts in their natural habitats, as if they still roamed the Earth. This must-have for any dinosaur fan includes actual entries from Edward Blackwell's journals.
Synopsis
"Imagine my astonishment when, several years ago, I discovered that my great grandfather Edward Blackwell had been a dinosaur fossil hunter in the American West . . . This book is a tribute to my lost relative, and to the vanished world that gripped him so." Archie BlackwellWritten by a descendent of an actual fossil hunter, this fascinating interactive volume explores the exciting era of the early paleontologists and the terrifying creatures their discoveries brought to light. Dazzling artwork of dinosaurs and their prehistoric environments combine with awesome CGI scenes that capture the beasts in their natural habitats, as if they still roamed the Earth. This must-have for any dinosaur fan includes actual entries from Edward Blackwell's journals."
Synopsis
Written by a descendent of an actual fossil hunter, this fascinating interactive volume explores the exciting era of the early paleontologists--and the terrifying creatures their discoveries brought to light. Dazzling artwork of dinosaurs and their prehistoric environments combine with awesome CGI scenes that capture the beasts in their natural habitats, as if they still roamed the Earth. Includes actual entries from Edward Blackwell's journals.
Synopsis
Come aboard and experience all the danger, treachery, and adventure of life on the high seas! Richly illustrated and with astonishing attention to detail, Pirates recreates the time when the notorious Blackbeard ruled the oceans. With everything from ships and weapons to scoundrels and the punishments that awaited them, this swashbuckling treasury will rouse the spirits of all pirate enthusiasts.
Synopsis
Mount your trusty steed and prepare for a thrilling journey. Knights: The Secrets of Medieval Warriors is a lavish album of discovery in which the battles, legends, and heroic deeds of these gallant horsemen are brought to sword-swinging life. Intricate illustrations of weaponry and artifacts are paired with awe-inspiring CGI scenes that animate life in a medieval castle. From sieges and strongholds to dungeons and drawbridges, there is much to explore for the brave of heart.
About the Author
William Teach is a professor of maritime lore with a passion for pirate history. Concealed until now has been his deep-rooted suspicion that he is a descendant of Edward Teach, the formidable pirate known as Blackbeard.