Assembling the Dinosaur

Dinosaur Fossils & American Industrial Might: A Captivating Audio Journey

Written byLukas Rieppel

Narrated byPete Cross

Length9h52m

Release dateJune 10, 2019

GenreHistory, Americas, United States

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.4 (3 ratings)

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Author	Lukas Rieppel
Narrator	Pete Cross
Runtime	9h52m
Published	June 10, 2019
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	History, Americas, United States, Money & Finance, Economics, Economic History, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Library & Museum Studies, Science & Engineering, Science, Earth Sciences, Paleontology, History & Philosophy, Nature & Ecology, Sports & Outdoors, Outdoors & Nature
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Assembling the Dinosaur is a thrilling audio exploration of America’s pivotal role in unearthing dinosaur fossils and forging its dominance as an industrial powerhouse. Lukas Rieppel weaves together scientific discoveries and historical events with skill, painting a vivid picture of late-19th-century America. The narration by Pete Cross delivers a dynamic performance, balancing the technical aspects of paleontology with engaging storytelling to make even complex topics accessible.

Tags: dinosaurhistorypaleontologyindustrial revolutionnarrative nonfiction

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Pete Cross's rich and emotive narration is the highlight of this audiobook. His ability to convey the excitement of scientific discovery alongside the stark realities of industrialization keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. The narrative flows seamlessly, blending detailed descriptions of fossil finds with social commentary on the era’s economic and political shifts. However, some sections on the technical side of paleontology could benefit from more illustrative examples or analogies to better connect these dense topics to everyday life. Overall, Assembling the Dinosaur is a must-listen for anyone fascinated by American history or the intersection of science and industry.

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