*A Library Journal Best Book of 2024* "An insightful and informative meander through the
evolution of dinosaurs and other extinct species with a touch of personal flair.”—Steve
Brusatte professor and paleontologist at the University of Edinburgh and New York Times
bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs An enrapturing tale of the age of
the dinosaurs tracing their earliest origins their astounding two-hundred-million-year reign
and their infamous demise Dinosaurs. No other class of animals captures the hearts of both
children and adults alike. Paleontologist Armin Schmitt brings us a firsthand account of the
latest research on dinosaurs and their lives millions of years ago including his spectacular
global excavations and fascinating discoveries in the field. With the help of cutting-edge
technology and unbelievable new finds the age-old tale of the dinosaurs is now revitalized for
the very first time complete with astonishing illustrations by Ben Rennen that help us imagine
dinosaurs like never before. Though we’re all familiar with popular dinosaurs such as the
renowned Tyrannosaurus rex—every dino fan’s favorite—Schmitt answers the questions we’ve all
been asking such as: What is excavating at a dig site like? Why did birds survive the
asteroid impact at the end of the Cretaceous unlike the rest of the dinosaurs? How has the
field of paleontology changed since the Bone Wars? Does climate change and its effects on the
dinosaurs’ survival compare to our current climate crisis today? The Lost World of the
Dinosaurs is an all-encompassing exploration traveling back in time into the world of the
primeval giants perfect for anyone interested in the largest land creatures that ever
inhabited Earth.
