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On the Track of Unknown Animals (Paperback)

by Bernard Heuvelmans (Author)
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This is the most scientifically rigorous and complete books on recently discovered large animals -- such as the Pleistocene Peccary (the largest of all hogs, believed to have been extinct since the last age but recently discovered in Paraguay) -- to various possibly soon-to-be discovered megafauna such as Yetis, Sasquatchs -- and maybe even Mammoths.

If sensationalized and cheap TV shows about "mysterious animals" nauseate you, but nonetheless leave you with a nagging feeling that there might be a large critter lurking beneath the copious serving of tripe, this is definitely the book for you. Or if (like me) you've done eight years of fieldwork in zoology, it will make you want to accompany Dr. Heuvelmans on his next expedition. Highly Recommended. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Published as two volumes in 1955, cryptozoologist Heuvelmans's work provides a detailed analysis of mysterious creatures that, in the wake of scientific exploration by pioneering biologists, have become commonly known, e.g., the gorilla. This updated edition covers several new species that have been discovered within the last decade.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 306 pages
  • Publisher: The MIT Press (May 15, 1972)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0262580209
  • ISBN-13: 978-0262580205
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,902,684 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)


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5.0 out of 5 stars This Classic should be in every library, May 22, 1999
The "Father of Cryptozoology" wrote most of this book in French in 1955, and it remains as important today, as it did then. Furthermore, the master chronicler of as-yet-to-be-discovered animals has an updated introduction for this edition. A must for your cryptozoology collection, this book should be in every library, public and private, around the world.Loren Coleman, cryptozoologist, coauthorCryptozoology A - Z: The Encyclopedia(Simon And Schuster July 1999)
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars isn't Enough, this is a TEN !, May 5, 2004
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For those of you who do not know Mr. Brenard Heuvelmans (1916-2001) was one of the true pioneers in Cryptozoology (study of hidden animals) "On the Track of Unknown Animals" is certainly a must for those who find this topic interesting.
In 2003 Jerry D. Coleman released his book continuing on the work of Heuvelmans in "Strange Highways", also found here at Amazon.com. It was "Strange Highways" open, logical, fresh story's that peeked my interest in this subject.
You couldn't go wrong reading them both.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece, January 6, 2003
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A magnificent text that can be difficult to get your hands on. If you see it then BUY it.

Quite simply Heuvelmans reviews 'crptids' and breaks them down, analysing sightings, discussing possible explanations and then concluding with logic on an identity.

Of most interest to non-cryptozoologists is the lengthy list of creatures to have been discovered since 1900. White rhino, Giant Forest Hog, Komodo Dragon, Okapi. A more modern list would also add the megamouth shark and the various animals of the Vu Quang region of Vietnam.

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5.0 out of 5 stars a joy to read
I searched and searched for this book. My search was almost more difficult than finding a real mystery animal; but at last I found a decent copy and spent too much on it... Read more
Published on January 31, 2007 by John P.

5.0 out of 5 stars CLASSIC, EXHAUSTIVE, ENGROSSING
When it comes to Cryptozoology, there still is no better source than Dr. Bernard Heuvelmans, the man who penned the phrase, literally. Read more
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Heuvelmans has written an absorbing work that falls just short of masterpiece stature. The scope of the coverage is breathtaking, revealing the author's encyclopedic command of... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars The greatest success in zoological literature since Darwin
After 40 years this book is always the best work about cryptozoology. An immortal masterpiece.
Published on November 15, 2002 by Lorenzo Rossi

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A book i first read thirty years ago. I'm in amazon looking for a third copy, for my kids. ( the other two copies having being misappropriated by over-ardent book lovers. Read more
Published on December 10, 1999 by Lawrie McGarry

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