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The Quest For Life In Amber (Helix Book)

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I was digging for books about amber to write a genetics report and chose this one. I couldn't have chosen a better book! It was more than a scientific study, it was an all around adventure book! The author draws you right in. I'd suggest this book to anyone anyday!

This book is very interesting and easy to readers who want to know about scientific quest for ancient animals and plants in amber. The authors wrote this book very well to describe and explain scientists' life for exploring secret and truth of Nature. It isn't too scientific for people to understand about amber. And it isn't too plain to describe the scientific quest. I think this book is good for both students who are going to study biology and people who would like to explore the world of science.

This is true story as read from the amber. Well experienced and respected researchers draw us into an investigation of amber and what the enclosed insects, hair, plant parts etc reveal about the environment in which they were living. Oh, you don't have to be a biologist to learn from this book; and you will see how observation and questions reveal more than you expected. The professionals will learn from the discoveries and references.

If you are even a little bit curious about amber then buy this book! The science behind this exceptional substance comes to life in this collection of anecdotes. The authors put together a brilliant compilation of amber adventures which includes details from history and geology. The fossil information was especially fascinating. Have you ever wondered how to identify real amber or the fossils within? If so, then this delightful book is for you!