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This illustrated volume traces the evolution and natural history of Australia from the development of the early land mass four and a half million years ago to the formation of the modern continent. It is believed that the land-mass which is now Australia was taken to each of the poles twice, and this turbulent geological journey is reflected in its unique wildlife and in its fossil heritage.
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This is natural history at its lushest--hundreds of color photographs (by the author) and diagrams illustrating "the creation of the Australian continent, its landscape, plants and animals." The evolutionary time scale is depicted by a 24-hour clock recording the major stages of Australia's development. Beginning with zircon crystals, "the oldest known fragments of the Earth's crust," and ending, in the final seconds, with the appearance of human beings, this large-format volume will wow readers with fine photographs of Australia's dramatic vistas and exotic flora and fauna. Places of power, part of tribal mystical beliefs for thousands of years, are highlighted. Well written and designed for browsing as well as study. Index. --Donna Seaman
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A beautiful book about a beautiful country, essentially a simplified account of the biology and geology of Australia, accompanied by a portfolio of striking and relevant photographs. Using the familiar simile of a 24-hour clock, the authors trace the evolution of Australia from primordial dust, gas, and ice to the last two seconds--the arrival of the aborigines. Since the continent of Australia is noted for its large amount of Paleozoic outcropping and an incredible collection of Precambrian fossils, these are rightly featured in the photographic record. The extraordinary marsupial fauna are also featured along with lesser popularized invertebrates. Readers unfamiliar with the geography of Australia may be a bit confused as to the precise location of many of the scenes pictured; however, this is but a minor blemish. The spectacular photographs are the book's raison d'etre and reflect the Morrisons' well-known photographic skills. In addition, the book is scientifically accurate. For undergraduate audiences. -G. Nicholas, Manhattan College