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Item specifics
- Condition
- Very Good
- Seller Notes
- Binding
- Paperback
- Book Title
- Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats
- Weight
- 2 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9781607814696
- Subject Area
- Nature, Science, History
- Publication Name
- Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats : Extinct Mammals and the Archaeology of the Ice Age Great Basin
- Publisher
- University of Utah Press
- Item Length
- 10 in
- Subject
- Earth Sciences / Sedimentology & Stratigraphy, Europe / Great Britain / General, Animals / General, Paleontology
- Publication Year
- 2016
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 1.3 in
- Item Weight
- 26.1 Oz
- Item Width
- 7 in
- Number of Pages
- 448 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of Utah Press
ISBN-10
1607814692
ISBN-13
9781607814696
eBay Product ID (ePID)
219207570
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
448 Pages
Publication Name
Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats : Extinct Mammals and the Archaeology of the Ice Age Great Basin
Language
English
Subject
Earth Sciences / Sedimentology & Stratigraphy, Europe / Great Britain / General, Animals / General, Paleontology
Publication Year
2016
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Nature, Science, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
1.3 in
Item Weight
26.1 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2015-033646
Reviews
"This is an excellent and easily read account of the Ice Age fauna of the Great Basin. It is one of the best at relating the large animals to the vegetation and physical environment of that time and the changes that followed the climate change at the end of the Ice Age. Its discussion of the extinction event, its timing and possible causes, should be read by all scientists working in that area." --Ernest Lundelius, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Vertebrate Paleontology, University of Texas at Austin, "This is an excellent and easily read account of the Ice Age fauna of the Great Basin. It is one of the best at relating the large animals to the vegetation and physical environment of that time and the changes that followed the climate change at the end of the Ice Age. Its discussion of the extinction event, its timing and possible causes, should be read by all scientists working in that area." --Ernest Lundelius, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Vertebrate Paleontology, University of Texas at Austin, "A remarkable and personal account. Grayson brings to life this enthralling menagerie of strange beasts--their relationships, distributions, habits, and chronology--while highlighting the fascinating history of how we have learned about them. Hugely informative and entertaining, a pleasure to read and think about." --David E. Rhode, research professor of archaeology, Desert Research Institute, Reno, Nevada, "A remarkable and personal account. Grayson brings to life this enthralling menagerie of strange beasts-their relationships, distributions, habits, and chronology-while highlighting the fascinating history of how we have learned about them. Hugely informative and entertaining, a pleasure to read and think about." -David E. Rhode, research professor of archaeology, Desert Research Institute, Reno, Nevada ""This is an excellent and easily read account of the Ice Age fauna of the Great Basin. It is one of the best at relating the large animals to the vegetation and physical environment of that time and the changes that followed the climate change at the end of the Ice Age. Its discussion of the extinction event, its timing and possible causes, should be read by all scientists working in that area." -Ernest Lundelius, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Vertebrate Paleontology, University of Texas at Austin, "Science is a challenge, and it is refreshing to see a book that so eloquently conveys the difficulty--and pleasure--of gaining hard-won insights into the past."-- New Mexico Historical Review "Grayson takes us on a data-induced trek through the notable discoveries of America's fantastical beasts, including scientific studies, newspaper articles, and pop culture."-- American Antiquity "This is an excellent and easily read account of the Ice Age fauna of the Great Basin. It is one of the best at relating the large animals to the vegetation and physical environment of that time and the changes that followed the climate change at the end of the Ice Age. Its discussion of the extinction event, its timing and possible causes, should be read by all scientists working in that area."-- Ernest Lundelius, Jr. , Professor Emeritus of Vertebrate Paleontology, University of Texas at Austin "A remarkable and personal account. Grayson brings to life this enthralling menagerie of strange beasts--their relationships, distributions, habits, and chronology--while highlighting the fascinating history of how we have learned about them. Hugely informative and entertaining, a pleasure to read and think about."-- David E. Rhode , research professor of archaeology, Desert Research Institute, Reno, Nevada
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
599.168
Table Of Content
List of Figures List of Tables Preface Acknowledgments A Tiny Bit of Background 1. A Sloth in Prison 2. The Great Basin Now and Then 3. A Zoologically Impoverished World 4. Dating an Ass 5. A Stable of Ground Sloths 6. Extinct Mammals, Dangerous Plants,? and the Early Peoples of the Great Basin 7. Clovis, Comets, and Climate:? Explaining the Extinctions Appendix 1. The Relationship between Radiocarbon (C14)? and Calendar Years for 10,000 to 25,000? Radiocarbon Years Ago Appendix 2. Common and Scientific Names of Plants Discussed in the Text Appendix 3. Tall (>6 Feet) Mechanically Defended? Plants of the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts Appendix 4. Maximum Height and Armature of? Sonoran and Mojave Desert Shrubs Appendix 5. Maximum Height and Armature of? Great Basin Shrubs Notes References Index
Synopsis
As the Ice Age came to an end, North America lost a stunning variety of animals. Mammoths, mastodons, ground-dwelling sloths the size of elephants, beavers the size of bears, pronghorn antelope the size of poodles, llamas, and carnivores to chase them-sabertooth cats, dire wolves, American lions and cheetahs; these and many more were gone by 10,000 years ago. Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats surveys all these animals, with a particular focus on the Great Basin. The book also explores the major attempts to explain the extinctions. Because some believe that they were due to the activities of human hunters, the author also reviews the archaeological evidence left by the earliest known human occupants of the Great Basin, showing that people were here at the same time and in the same places as many of the extinct animals. Were these animals abundant in the Great Basin? A detailed analysis of the distinctive assemblages of plants that now live in this region leads to a surprising, and perhaps controversial, conclusion about those abundances., As the Ice Age came to an end, North America lost a stunning variety of animals. Mammoths, mastodons, ground-dwelling sloths the size of elephants, beavers the size of bears, pronghorn antelope the size of poodles, llamas, and carnivores to chase them-sabertooth cats, dire wolves, American lions and cheetahs; these and many more were gone by ......, As the Ice Age came to an end, North America lost a stunning variety of animals. Mammoths, mastodon, llamas, ground-dwelling sloths the size of elephants, beavers the size of bears, pronghorn antelope the size of poodles, and carnivores to chase them--sabertooth cats, dire wolves, American lions and cheetahs; these and many more were gone by 10,000 years ago. Giant Sloths and Sabertooth Cats surveys all these animals, with a particular focus on the Great Basin. The book also explores the major attempts to explain the extinctions. Because some believe that they were due to the activities of human hunters, the author also reviews the archaeological evidence left by the earliest known human occupants of the Great Basin, showing that people were here at the same time and in the same places as many of the extinct animals. Were these animals abundant in the Great Basin? A detailed analysis of the distinctive assemblages of plants that now live in this region leads to a surprising, and perhaps controversial, conclusion about those abundances. If you are interested in Ice Age mammals or in the Ice Age archaeology of North America, if you are interested in the natural history of the Great Basin or the ways in which the plants of today's landscapes might be used to understand the deeper past, you will be fascinated by this book.
LC Classification Number
QL707.G73 2016
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- e***a (270)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseOrdered from USA and arrived to me in UK about 10 days later. Book appropriately packaged and mostly as described. Was missing the cd as listed but communication with the seller was friendly and polite if not a little confusing - partial refunds are only offered after you start the formal eBay return request process, they aren't capable of giving refunds after simple messaging to customer service. All in all though, great value and a positive transaction. Would interact again 👍
- e***- (122)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseUnfortunately I received a damaged book, the item and the package both were damaged and it was clearly evident its appearance that it happened during transit. The seller was very understanding and gave me a full refund for the damaged book, though it was no fault of their own. Other than the damage, the book was as described, the quality and condition aside from the damaged spot was like new. The cost of the book was reasonable. I would definitely purchase from the seller again.
- 7***j (870)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI recently purchased an item from this eBay seller, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the prompt communication to the fast shipping, everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The item arrived exactly as described and was well packaged to ensure its safety during transit. The seller was courteous and responsive, making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service.