Life Of A Fossil Hunter

Life of a Fossil Hunter

by Charles Sternberg

In 'Life of a Fossil Hunter,' Charles Sternberg recounts his remarkable life as a paleontologist and fossil collector. The book, a blend of memoir, scientific observation, and travelogue, chronicles Sternberg's journey from a young boy captivated by fossils to a renowned expert leading expeditions across the American West. He details the challenges and triumphs of his work, from discovering significant dinosaur remains to navigating treacherous terrain and encountering diverse communities on the open prairie. Through Sternberg's vivid descriptions, the reader is transported back in time to witness the pioneering era of paleontology and gain insight into the early exploration of the American West.

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