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The Bone Hunters: The Discovery Of Miocene Fossils In Gray, Tennessee,Used
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In the spring and summer of 2000, geologists working for the Tennessee Department of Transportation made an extraordinary find as they examined soil at a routine road construction project: the digging at Gray, Tennessee, had uncovered a fossil site containing bones that would turn out to be at least five million years old. Harry Moore and his colleagues, along with researchers from the state and the University of Tennessee, were stunned as they unearthed the fossilized remains of tapirs, elephants, rhinoceroses, alligators, and other longdead animals. What was at first thought to be an Ice Age site ten to twenty thousand years old proved to be much, much older.The Bone Hunters recounts the fascinating details of a remarkable chance discovery. In his engaging firsthand account, Moore writes of the people behind the excavation of the site and how their efforts helped save valuable artifacts for ongoing study. Numerous photographs capture the excellent condition of fossils at Gray. Moore also describes the contours of what the ancient landscape may have looked like and details the governmental action that ultimately preserved this Tennessee treasure.Harry Moore manages the Tennessee Department of Transportations Geotechnial Engineering office in Knoxville. His previous books are A Roadside Guide to the Geology of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, A Geologic Trip Across Tennessee by Interstate 40, and Discovering October Roads: Fall Colors and Geology in Rural East Tennessee (cowritten with Fred Brown).
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- Q: What is 'The Bone Hunters' about? A: 'The Bone Hunters' details the discovery of Miocene fossils in Gray, Tennessee, made by geologists during a road construction project in 2000. It recounts the findings of ancient bones from various animals, including tapirs and elephants, and discusses the significance of this remarkable fossil site.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Bone Hunters'? A: The author of 'The Bone Hunters' is Harry L. Moore, who manages the Geotechnical Engineering office of the Tennessee Department of Transportation and has written several other geology-related books.
- Q: What types of fossils are covered in the book? A: 'The Bone Hunters' covers fossils of ancient animals such as tapirs, elephants, rhinoceroses, and alligators that were discovered in Gray, Tennessee.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'The Bone Hunters' is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring it is suitable for readers looking for quality literature.
- Q: When was 'The Bone Hunters' published? A: 'The Bone Hunters' was published on January 28, 2005.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Bone Hunters' have? A: 'The Bone Hunters' contains 144 pages, providing a concise yet informative account of the fossil discovery.
- Q: Is 'The Bone Hunters' a first edition? A: Yes, 'The Bone Hunters' is a first edition, which may be of interest to collectors and enthusiasts.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: 'The Bone Hunters' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable for easy reading.
- Q: What category does 'The Bone Hunters' fall under? A: 'The Bone Hunters' is categorized under fossils, appealing to readers interested in paleontology and geology.
- Q: Are there photographs in 'The Bone Hunters'? A: Yes, 'The Bone Hunters' includes numerous photographs that capture the excellent condition of fossils found at the site in Gray, Tennessee.