If you want to go beyond dinosaurs to explore the Earth’s entire past, try
Steven Stanley’s Earth System History. Widely used as an introductory college
textbook, it covers the evolution of Earth itself and the living things that
inhabit it. The text and illustrations clearly explain the workings of our
planet, though the vast scope leaves little room for details on individual
animals. Published by W. H. Freeman, $69.95, ISBN 0716733773.
More from New Scientist
Explore the latest news, articles and features
Popular articles
Trending New Scientist articles
1
We've found a mysterious substance on Titan and Pluto
2
A quantum state that lasts forever may finally be within our grasp
3
Our brains have their first thoughts surprisingly early in life
4
Can prebiotics, probiotics or postbiotics help your ageing microbiome?
5
Has the answer to life's origins been hiding in our cells all along?
6
Cervical cancer deaths have plummeted thanks to HPV vaccine
7
Pigeons lock their eyes in place when they are flying
8
Chilling the body with drugs could limit brain damage from stroke
9
The secrets to keeping your brain sharp in old age
10
We may have finally solved cosmology's chicken-or-the-egg problem
