A stunningly illustrated guide to plant life during the age of the dinosaurs, from intricate ferns to the most imposing gigantophytes. The Mesozoic era was characterized by a spectacular diversity of plants, including ferns, conifers, cycads, ginkgoes, and flowering plants, as well as some mysterious species with no modern descendants. This extensive illustrated guide offers a unique and in-depth look into the remarkable plant life of that period, exploring its natural history, biology, and evolution over 185 million years. It combines the latest discoveries in paleontology with information about the past of extinct species and their living descendants. The Princeton Field Guide to Mesozoic Plants is a unique reference to the botanical wonders of the prehistoric world. It features hundreds of stunning illustrations, ranging from life studies and scenic landscapes to detailed sketches of representative species. It introduces the history of paleobotany, as well as the dating, geography, and extinction of Mesozoic flora. It profiles hundreds of Mesozoic species, highlighting the evolutionary relationships between plant fossils and living plants. It discusses photosynthesis, reproduction, growth, climate, plant communication, symbioses with fungi and animals, and plant conservation. It reveals how Mesozoic plants evolved in response to predation and changing environmental conditions. Travelling through the forests of the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, this guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in the lost world of the dinosaurs. Pages: 208, Year of Publication: 1125, Dimensions: 21.6x21.6cm