The Hot-blooded Dinosaurs: A Revolution in PalaeontologyDial Press, 1976 - 238 pagine Draws upon recent discoveries and research to recount the rise and fall of the dinosaurs, as dominant, warm-blooded animals, and to reassess their intelligence, agility, physiological complexity, and advanced social behavior. |
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The crown of creation | 7 |
The tyrant finds its feet | 29 |
The race is to the swift the battle to the strong | 62 |
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