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The Fossil Hunter: Discover the award-winning illustrated guide to natural history

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*WINNER OF THE KLAUS FLUGGE PRIZE 2024*

Unearth the mysteries of ancient fossils and discover the life and legacy of Mary Anning in this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled book for curious young readers.


Have you ever found something mysterious? Something where you had no idea what it was but you had this feeling it was important, that it held a secret?

Mary Anning was a fossil hunter, scouring the cliffs and seashores of Lyme Regis for strange rocks and shells. Monstrous marine reptiles and dinosaurs had once reigned the land and seas here millions of years ago, disappearing only to leave mysterious traces for humans to puzzle over.

Mary's fossils paved the way for modern palaeontology and helped to piece together a picture of how the dinosaurs lived and evolved. Little did she know that 200 years later we would still be talking about her amazing discoveries and how she influenced our understanding of the history of the earth.

Beautifully illustrated by brand-new talent Kate Winter, with stunning panoramic fold-out pages, this is a book to treasure and to read again and again, perfect for all fans of natural history and curious young explorers.


'A captivating story [...] wonderfully atmospheric' - JUNO magazine


Review

'A captivating story [...] wonderfully atmospheric' JUNO magazine

About the Author

Kate studied a BA in Fine Art at the Slade in London and then an MA in Children's Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art. In 2019, she won the Ronald Searle Award for creativity and came runner up in the Batsford Prize for her book on the discovery of prehistoric cave painting. Kate loves history and real-life stories and can think of nothing better than bringing that to life for children; giving them access to explore the past through imagery and mysterious tales.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Educational and beautifully illustrated

E.4. · 7 April 2023

This is the most beautiful book. A true story and lots of extra detailed information about fossils. Fascinating history and a brilliant book to use in schools and to excite a love of history and art seen in the most beautiful illustrations It is also about time that the world understood the significance a Mary Anning and she got true credit for all that she discovered.

5.0 out of 5 stars One to keep

S. · 24 April 2023

Of the many books my daughter reads, every year a few make it to the ‘keep forever’ pile - and this is one. It combines great storytelling and engaging educational content with the most wonderful illustrations.It’s age appropriate making this fascinating topic accessible for younger readers, but the whole family has read it. It’s a lovely hardback book that can be kept as a reference and we’ll be bring it with us on our next fossil hunting trip to the Jurassic coast.Also seems fitting for Anning’s work to be recognised and celebrated and in this way.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story book

J.H. · 1 August 2024

I bought this book before a fossil hunting trip with my daughter. The lovely story with beautiful images really got us excited for the trip.The story brilliantly intertwines adventure, mystery, and historical intrigue, keeping my daughter and I captivated from start to finish. Winters' vivid descriptions and well-developed characters bring the world of fossil hunting to life, making it both educational and thrilling. It's a must-read for anyone who loves a gripping tale with a touch of science and history.I can highly recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful book

P. · 29 June 2025

Love this book so much I’ve bought it twice - once for me and once for a dear friendThe illustrations are delightful and the narrative very informative

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant book

A.C. · 12 April 2023

A beautiful and engaging book. This reminds me of the treasured books I used to have when I was growing up that I read through again and again - and still remember 40 years later! Very high quality illustrations - in particular the four page folds outs are magical and spectacular - and these match the text that tells the interesting and important story of Mary Anning but also includes loads of other info about fossils and their discovery, and what it tells us about the world we live on. Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars From 8 (or younger) to 80 (or older) - a wonderful book!

P. · 8 April 2023

The Fossil Hunter is a wonderful book. Packed full of fascinating information about Mary Anning's life and the times she lived in. And, of course, her fossil and dinosaur discoveries.The illustrations are amazing. Calling them 'illustrations' doesn't do them justice. Every page of this book really is a work of art. Absolutely beautiful.The 'reading age' suggested is 7 upwards and the book is perfect for children. I don't know a child who doesn't love and isn't fascinated by fossils and dinosaurs.But really The Fossil Hunter is for everyone from 8 (or younger) to 80 (or older). I cannot imagine anyone not enjoying this brilliant book.One to treasure!

5.0 out of 5 stars Book for school

N. · 5 January 2025

What a beautiful picture book, telling the story of Mary Anning perfectly

5.0 out of 5 stars A chance to properly acknowledge and celebrate a fascinating woman

K.W. · 9 April 2023

A truly captivating work of art that draws you in and grabs your attention with its beautiful illustrations. A book for the whole family to treasure and enjoy. So wonderful to learn about and celebrate the fascinating and clever woman that was Mary Anning.The book with its pull out pages is like a discovery in itself. Very clever and so appealing to curious minds!

The Fossil Hunter: Discover the award-winning illustrated guide to natural history

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Imported From: United Kingdom

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All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

*WINNER OF THE KLAUS FLUGGE PRIZE 2024*

Unearth the mysteries of ancient fossils and discover the life and legacy of Mary Anning in this beautifully illustrated, fact-filled book for curious young readers.


Have you ever found something mysterious? Something where you had no idea what it was but you had this feeling it was important, that it held a secret?

Mary Anning was a fossil hunter, scouring the cliffs and seashores of Lyme Regis for strange rocks and shells. Monstrous marine reptiles and dinosaurs had once reigned the land and seas here millions of years ago, disappearing only to leave mysterious traces for humans to puzzle over.

Mary's fossils paved the way for modern palaeontology and helped to piece together a picture of how the dinosaurs lived and evolved. Little did she know that 200 years later we would still be talking about her amazing discoveries and how she influenced our understanding of the history of the earth.

Beautifully illustrated by brand-new talent Kate Winter, with stunning panoramic fold-out pages, this is a book to treasure and to read again and again, perfect for all fans of natural history and curious young explorers.


'A captivating story [...] wonderfully atmospheric' - JUNO magazine


Review

'A captivating story [...] wonderfully atmospheric' JUNO magazine

About the Author

Kate studied a BA in Fine Art at the Slade in London and then an MA in Children's Book Illustration at Cambridge School of Art. In 2019, she won the Ronald Searle Award for creativity and came runner up in the Batsford Prize for her book on the discovery of prehistoric cave painting. Kate loves history and real-life stories and can think of nothing better than bringing that to life for children; giving them access to explore the past through imagery and mysterious tales.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Educational and beautifully illustrated

E.4. · 7 April 2023

This is the most beautiful book. A true story and lots of extra detailed information about fossils. Fascinating history and a brilliant book to use in schools and to excite a love of history and art seen in the most beautiful illustrations It is also about time that the world understood the significance a Mary Anning and she got true credit for all that she discovered.

5.0 out of 5 stars One to keep

S. · 24 April 2023

Of the many books my daughter reads, every year a few make it to the ‘keep forever’ pile - and this is one. It combines great storytelling and engaging educational content with the most wonderful illustrations.It’s age appropriate making this fascinating topic accessible for younger readers, but the whole family has read it. It’s a lovely hardback book that can be kept as a reference and we’ll be bring it with us on our next fossil hunting trip to the Jurassic coast.Also seems fitting for Anning’s work to be recognised and celebrated and in this way.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful story book

J.H. · 1 August 2024

I bought this book before a fossil hunting trip with my daughter. The lovely story with beautiful images really got us excited for the trip.The story brilliantly intertwines adventure, mystery, and historical intrigue, keeping my daughter and I captivated from start to finish. Winters' vivid descriptions and well-developed characters bring the world of fossil hunting to life, making it both educational and thrilling. It's a must-read for anyone who loves a gripping tale with a touch of science and history.I can highly recommend it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful book

P. · 29 June 2025

Love this book so much I’ve bought it twice - once for me and once for a dear friendThe illustrations are delightful and the narrative very informative

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant book

A.C. · 12 April 2023

A beautiful and engaging book. This reminds me of the treasured books I used to have when I was growing up that I read through again and again - and still remember 40 years later! Very high quality illustrations - in particular the four page folds outs are magical and spectacular - and these match the text that tells the interesting and important story of Mary Anning but also includes loads of other info about fossils and their discovery, and what it tells us about the world we live on. Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars From 8 (or younger) to 80 (or older) - a wonderful book!

P. · 8 April 2023

The Fossil Hunter is a wonderful book. Packed full of fascinating information about Mary Anning's life and the times she lived in. And, of course, her fossil and dinosaur discoveries.The illustrations are amazing. Calling them 'illustrations' doesn't do them justice. Every page of this book really is a work of art. Absolutely beautiful.The 'reading age' suggested is 7 upwards and the book is perfect for children. I don't know a child who doesn't love and isn't fascinated by fossils and dinosaurs.But really The Fossil Hunter is for everyone from 8 (or younger) to 80 (or older). I cannot imagine anyone not enjoying this brilliant book.One to treasure!

5.0 out of 5 stars Book for school

N. · 5 January 2025

What a beautiful picture book, telling the story of Mary Anning perfectly

5.0 out of 5 stars A chance to properly acknowledge and celebrate a fascinating woman

K.W. · 9 April 2023

A truly captivating work of art that draws you in and grabs your attention with its beautiful illustrations. A book for the whole family to treasure and enjoy. So wonderful to learn about and celebrate the fascinating and clever woman that was Mary Anning.The book with its pull out pages is like a discovery in itself. Very clever and so appealing to curious minds!

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