About the Book
The definitive, expert-level reference for understanding dinosaurs—trusted by paleontologists worldwide.
When The Dinosauria was first published, it was hailed as the definitive scholarly reference on dinosaurs—an unparalleled compendium of knowledge. This fully revised second edition builds on that legacy, incorporating decades of discovery to deliver a state-of-the-science, authoritative resource for understanding dinosaur biology and evolution.
Written by forty-four leading specialists, the volume provides comprehensive, in-depth coverage of dinosaur systematics, anatomy, reproduction, biogeography, paleoecology, and extinction. Detailed descriptions are supported by rigorous scientific illustrations and phylogenetic diagrams, designed to aid anatomical and evolutionary understanding rather than serve as general-interest imagery.
Organized for research use, the book begins with the origin and major groups of Dinosauria, followed by extensive treatment of global distribution, evolutionary relationships, and the interaction of geology and biology across deep time. Designed as a working reference, it is ideal for students, researchers, and dedicated enthusiasts with a foundation in biology or paleontology.
Widely regarded as the “bible” of dinosaur paleontology, The Dinosauria remains the benchmark resource for authoritative, in-depth information on these remarkable animals.