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Young readers can explore the prehistoric world with this fact-packed, hardback encyclopedia of dinosaurs, brought to life by photo-realistic, full-color illustrations. From Triceratops to T. rex, this compendium of knowledge delves into the world of dinosaurs, pterosaurs and swimming reptiles. It includes 85 double-page profiles of these magnificent creatures, with key stats and fun facts of what makes each of them unique. Each dinosaur name is accompanied by a phonetic pronunciation to help readers to say them correctly out loud. This book will teach children a wealth of information about habitats, evolution and ecosystems - as well as igniting a passion for the prehistoric world! Includes: - Carnivorous dinosaurs, from fierce Tyrannosaurus to speedy Velociraptor - Herbivorous dinosaurs, from huge Diplodocus to spiky Stegosaurus - Nesting, egg-laying and parenting - Solitary hunters and living in herds - And so much more! With a beautiful cover design with gold-foil accents, this handsome encyclopedia is a wonderful reference guide any home library. Perfect for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES Arcturus New Encyclopedias are entertaining and visually spectacular reference guides for young readers, complete with eye-opening stats and fascinating facts with full-color photography.

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Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specializes in the subjects of geography, science, and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages and have sold over a quarter of a million copies. She lives in London Clare Hibbert specializes in non-fiction books for children of pre- and primary school age. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious Aventis Junior Science Prize, and won a dozen Practical Pre-School Gold Awards. Ben Hubbard is a non-fiction author who has written extensively for both children and adults. Most of his work is in the field of illustrated reference books, but he has also written for licensed brands, activity books, and novelty books. Liz Miles is a published author and editor of books for children and teens, with over 50 published titles. Popular non-fiction publications include Species, Lost and Found; Dolphins, Grizzly Bears, Frogs and Reindeer (Wild World series); and Louis Pasteur (Great Scientists series). Her editorial credits include Journey Through Africa, which was highly commended by the Royal Geographical Society.

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