Examines how fossils form and how humans have interpreted them throughout history. Discusses how fossils are researched today and reveals what they can tell us about the ancient world. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Once upon a time -- The raiders of the past -- Stay in shape -- Traces in stone -- Ancient bones -- Golden traps -- Frozen section -- That sinking feeling -- Rock gardens -- Unusual animals -- Not dragons -- Great-- great-- grandparents -- Bone hunting.