Description
1980 1st edition. Hardcover has some slight fading at edges. Dustjacket has some fading and tape at edges. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This captivating memoir offers a rare glimpse into the life and adventures of Elias Colbert, one of the most renowned paleontologists of the 20th century. Colbert’s passion for fossils and dinosaurs ignited at a young age, leading him on a lifelong journey of groundbreaking discoveries and scientific expeditions across the globe. With a storyteller’s flair, he transports readers to remote dig sites, unveiling the painstaking process of unearthing and reconstructing prehistoric creatures. Colbert’s vivid descriptions bring these ancient giants to life, while his personal anecdotes and encounters with fellow scientists offer a behind-the-scenes look at the camaraderie and rivalries that fueled the golden age of paleontology. This first edition, though gently aged, remains a treasured time capsule for collectors and enthusiasts alike, preserving the excitement and wonder that Colbert experienced as he uncovered the secrets of our planet’s distant past.
