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The Fossil Girl: Mary Anning's Dinosaur Discovery

The Fossil Girl: Mary Anning's Dinosaur Discovery

by Catherine Brighton (Author)

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    Illustrated 2007

    $10.11
Synopsis

This captivating picture book tells the true story of 10-year-old Mary Anning who, nearly 200 years ago, discovered the first complete fossil of an Ichthyosaurus, or fish lizard, now in the Natural History Museum. Single-minded Mary wants to find a really special fossil for her father's shop, and when she sees a huge eye staring out of the cliff face she resolves to bring the creature down, whatever the risk. This spectacular tale of a little girl who became the world's most famous fossil-hunter will inspire and motivate young dinosaur fans!

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20+ in stock

More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 32
 Edition: Illustrated
 Publisher: Lincoln Children's Books
Published: 23 Jul 2007
ISBN 10: 1845077326
ISBN 13: 9781845077327
Children’s book age: 5-7 Years

Media Reviews
Brighton breathes life into a wonderful story.
Author Bio
Catherine Brighton trained at St Martin's College of Art and the Royal College of Art. She has held exhibitions of her work in the Barbican, London, at the Bath Festival, and at a Southern Arts travelling exhibition. She is now a successful full-time author/illustrator of children's books. She lives in London.