Stone Girl, Bone Girl

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2000
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This is the intriguing real-life story of Mary Anning, the 'Fossil Girl of Lyme Regis'. Her discovery of a fossil of a fish lizard in 1807 hugely advanced geologists' knowledge of the prehistoric world. The story of her unusual childhood and her extraordinary life is told in a fascinating, child-friendly text by successful children's writer Laurence Anholt, who lives in Mary Anning's home town. The book is stylishly illustrated in glowing colour by young illustrator, Sheila Moxley.

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This is the intriguing real-life story of Mary Anning, the 'Fossil Girl of Lyme Regis'. Her discovery of a fossil of a fish lizard in 1807 hugely advanced geologists' knowledge of the prehistoric world. The story of her unusual childhood and her extraordinary life is told in a fascinating, child-friendly text by successful children's writer Laurence Anholt, who lives in Mary Anning's home town. The book is stylishly illustrated in glowing colour by young illustrator, Sheila Moxley.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Edition: New edition
Publisher: Corgi Childrens
Published: 04 May 2000
ISBN 10: 0552545996
ISBN 13: 9780552545990
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years
Book Overview: The fascinating true story of a small girl who found a fossil, which developed our understanding of prehistoric life.

Author Bio

Laurence Anholt is extremely well-known to booksellers and parents for his picture books, usually illustrated by himself or his wife Catherine, the most recent being A KISS LIKE THIS. Author lives- Lyme Regis

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