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Bone Wars: The Excavation And Celebrity Of Andrew Carnegie'S Dinosaur
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Winner Of The 2002 Spur Award For Best Western Nonfiction Contemporaryless Than One Hundred Years Ago, Diplodocus Carnegiinamed After Industrialist And Philanthropist Andrew Carnegiewas The Most Famous Dinosaur On The Planet. The Most Complete Fossil Skeleton Unearthed To Date, And One Of The Largest Dinosaurs Ever Discovered, Diplodocus Was Displayed In A Dozen Museums Around The World And Viewed By Millions Of People.Bone Wars Explains How A Fossil Unearthed In The Badlands Of Wyoming In 1899 Helped Give Birth To The Publics Fascination With Prehistoric Beasts. Rea Also Traces The Evolution Of Scientific Thought Regarding Dinosaurs, And Reveals The Doublecrosses And Behindthescenes Deals That Marked The Early Years Of Bone Hunting.With The Help Of Letters Found In Scattered Archives, Tom Rea Recreates A Remarkable Story Of Hubris, Hope, And Turnofthecentury Science. He Focuses On The Roles Of Five Men: Wyoming Fossil Hunter Bill Reed; Paleontologists Jacob Wortmanin Charge Of The Expedition That Discovered Mr. Carnegies Dinosaurand John Bell Hatcher; William Holland, Imperious Director Of The Recently Founded Carnegie Museum; And Carnegie Himself, Smitten With The Colossal Animals After Reading A Newspaper Story In The New York Journal And Advertiser.What Emerges Is The Picture Of An Era Reminiscent Of Today: Technology Advancing By Leaps And Bounds; The Press Happy To Sensationalize Anything That Turned Up; Huge Amounts Of Capital Ending Up In The Hands Of A Small Number Of People; And Some Devoted Individuals Placing Honest Research Above Personal Gain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Bone Wars'? A: 'Bone Wars' explores the history of the Diplodocus carnegii and the events leading to the public's fascination with dinosaurs, particularly focusing on the rivalry and collaborations among early paleontologists.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Bone Wars'? A: The author of 'Bone Wars' is Tom Rea, who presents a detailed narrative of the events surrounding the discovery and popularization of dinosaurs.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: This book is a used paperback in good condition, with 288 pages, and provides a well-researched account of the early paleontological discoveries and the personalities involved.
- Q: Is 'Bone Wars' suitable for readers interested in science and history? A: 'Bone Wars' is ideal for readers interested in both science and history, as it combines paleontology with the social and cultural context of the time.
- Q: What awards has 'Bone Wars' received? A: 'Bone Wars' won the 2002 Spur Award for Best Western Nonfiction - Contemporary, highlighting its quality and impact in the genre.
- Q: When was 'Bone Wars' published? A: 'Bone Wars' was published on May 16, 2004, and has been well-received since its release.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Tom Rea? A: Readers can expect an engaging and informative writing style from Tom Rea, who uses archival letters and historical context to recreate the story of bone hunting and paleontology.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: The product description does not specify whether 'Bone Wars' includes illustrations or photographs; you may want to check the book itself for visual content.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: 'Bone Wars' is listed as being in very good condition, indicating that it has been well-preserved with minimal wear.
- Q: Can 'Bone Wars' be used as a reference for academic purposes? A: 'Bone Wars' can serve as a useful reference for those studying paleontology or the history of science, given its detailed examination of key figures and events in the field.