Puffin The Fossil Hunter: How Mary Anning Unearthed the Truth About Dinosaurs Picture Book

Discover the inspiring life and groundbreaking discoveries of Mary Anning, the pioneering fossil hunter who shaped our understanding of prehistoric life. This beautifully illustrated picture book, winner of the KLAUS FLUGGE PRIZE 2024, brings the mysteries of ancient rocks, minerals, and dinosaurs to life for young readers.

• Tells the true story of Mary Anning, who scoured the cliffs of Lyme Regis for fossils.
• Features stunning panoramic fold-out pages for immersive viewing.
• Highlights how Mary's discoveries paved the way for modern palaeontology.
• Written and illustrated by Kate Winter.
• Perfect for fans of natural history and curious young explorers.

Explore the world millions of years ago through the eyes of Mary Anning. This book details her quest to find strange rocks and shells, uncovering evidence of monstrous marine reptiles and dinosaurs that once ruled the land and seas. Her work continues to influence our understanding of Earth's history 200 years later.

• Brand: Puffin
• Author: Kate Winter
• Format: Picture Book
• Binding: Paperback
• Print Length: 80 pages
• Language: English
• Publication Date: January 25, 2024
• Reading Age: 7 - 10 years (Grade Level: 4 - 6)
• Dimensions: 252 x 297 x 10 mm (25.2 x 29.7 x 1 cm)
• Weight: 480 g
• ISBN-13: 978-0241469897

This treasure of a book, featuring captivating illustrations by Kate Winter, is an essential addition for any young reader interested in geology, paleontology, and the history of science.