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A new book draws on deep history to reckon with today's environmental crises
The authors of “A History of Life in 100 Fossils” write about the secrets of the animal kingdom
Step back in time through the work of renowned paleoartist Jay Matternes
Summer may be over, but you can dive into mesmerizing waters with this excerpt from "America's Marine Sanctuaries"
Learn about how Earth's history is written in its rocks with this excerpt from "How to Read a Rock"
These strange beasts give mythical creatures a run for their money in this excerpt from "The Modern Bestiary: A Curated Collection of Wondrous Wildlife."
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