Amber: Golden Gem of the Ages Fourth Edition by C. Rice Patty ISBN 13: 9781425938499

AuthorHouse. Used - Good. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

This a signed copy of the second printing. The book has some slight bending, and slight wear and creasing to cover spine and corners. Clean inside copy. Very good condition. UsedThe original version of this book was considered a definitive work-- a reference for other amber researchers and scientists. In the late 1980's modern scientific equipment revolutionized the thinking about amber. The fossil insects were studied to reveal information about evolution of the fauna and flora of prehistoric times. The Fourth Edition includes descriptions of work of David Grimaldi, Rob DeSalle, George Poinar, and Raul Cano, pioneers in DNA research from amber fossils. George Poinar donated photographs of many of his discoveries of "first" published representatives of various classes of insects and parasites. This book includes something for everyone studying amber from a variety of points of view. Even archaeological finds and mythological information gives amber a humanistic side since amber was used by primitive… Read More

This book is in very good condition. There are no markings in the book. Cover shows very minor signs of shelf/edge wear. 2006. Ships within 24 hours.

New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; The Amber: Golden Gem of the Ages: Fourth Edition.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Paperback / softback. New.

Authorhouse, 2006. Paperback. New. 4th edition. 456 pages. 10.75x8.25x1.00 inches.

AuthorHouse, 2006-09-15. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!