First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

"Unique in its range, this massive work is not a catalog of fossil species, but the comprehensive overview of a field of scholarly research. The range of information presented supports editor Singer's claim that ?a practicing paleontologist requires a broader knowledge base and greater diversity of skills than perhaps any other profession.' Coverage is thorough and complete. Despite the scholarly orientation, the writing is not overly technical, making this a highly recommended source for academic and public libraries." Library Journal 'The articles are extremely well written, with line drawings, photographs, charts and other illustrative matter, plus a list of works cited and a further reading list ... This is an excellent work, recommended for all libraries ... It is pleasing to the eye, well bound, authoritative, and highly readable ... a standard reference source for many years without going out of date.' Reference Books Bulletin 'certainly the largest encyclopaedia ever published on palaeontology ... contains some excellent nuggets ... a useful addition to university and museum libraries.' Nature

Ronald Singer, R.R. Bensley Professor of Biology and Medical Sciences, University of Chicago

Introduction
Advisers and Contributors
Alphabetical List of Entries

Thematic Outline of Entries