Amber The Natural Time Capsule
Amber The Natural Time Capsule by Andrew Ross, published by Firefly Books in 2016, offers an engaging overview of amber, a natural substance formed from the resin of ancient trees. This reprint edition spans 112 pages and is richly illustrated, providing insights into how fossilized inclusions within amber serve as a remarkable record of prehistoric species and habitats. The book covers various aspects of amber, including its formation, preservation processes, and the secrets it can reveal, making it a valuable resource for those interested in nature, geology, and the science behind this unique material.
Readers will discover detailed information about the different types of amber, its locations, and its significance in both science and art. The book also includes practical advice on distinguishing genuine amber from imitations, along with recent discoveries in the field. Exclusive features such as stunning photographs from the Natural History Museum in London and illustrated identification keys for common insect inclusions enhance the reading experience. Amber The Natural Time Capsule is designed to appeal to a wide audience, including rock hounds, fossil enthusiasts, hobbyists, and jewelry designers.
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Amber is an engaging overview of this natural substance. It also explores how the fossilized inclusions trapped in the golden resin of spruce trees provide a superb record of prehistoric species and habitats. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this book includes all the current knowledge and ongoing research, such as:
- How amber is formed from the resin of ancient trees
- The fascinating process by which amber preserves natural specimens
- The secrets amber can reveal
- Types of amber
- Where amber can be found
- The role of amber in science and art
- Practical advice on how to distinguish genuine amber from fakes
- Recent discoveries and developments
Exclusive and particularly valuable features of the book include:
- Stunning and previously unpublished photographs of specimens from the collection of the Natural History Museum in London
- Detailed illustrated identification keys to the most common insect inclusions
- The storied search for DNA in insect inclusions in amber
Amber brings the study of this fascinating substance and its secrets within reach of any reader, and it will particularly fascinate rock hounds, fossil and gem enthusiasts, hobbyists and jewelry designers.
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