Books...

[Luis Rey <luisrey@ndirect.co.uk>]

A quick commentary and an announcement.

Just purchased two excellent books to brighten my life lately  
(literally)... "Glorified Dinosaurs" by Luis Chiappe: A great summary  
of dinoavian studies with lots of illustrations and photographs of  
specimens (only critique: I wish the specimen photographs were  
clearer and brighter). The text is clear, succinct and cover all  
basis including a basic history review and  clear explanations on why  
Feduccia and his cohorts are still wrong (even if they jump the gun  
in desperation trying to sell Deinonychus as a flightless bird).
The second great surprise is a very much needed expanded and updated  
"Dawn of the dinosaurs" by Nicholas Fraser and illustrated by Douglas  
Henderson. A comprehensive study of the Triassic  with incredible  
illustrations. I'm amazed by all the new stuff by Henderson: he has  
literally exploded in color!
I may be late and outdate for many, but i earnestly recommend these  
two. Never too late!

On other matters, I've gone a little experimental:  Random House is  
releasing "Dinosaurs In The Round" a full three dimensional pop-up  
book(with booklet included)!  The final thing looks rather  
interesting and it is a very attractive format. It is a carousel that  
opens up to show three scenes (Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous)  
with lots of action. A real departure from what I have been doing  
lately... so check it out if you can. It was fun to work in a super- 
multi layered format.

Feedback is always welcome.

Luis Rey

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