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Professor Arthur Denison and his son Will, who have called Dinotopia home for years, embark on a new voyage of discovery. Their focus shifts to a network of ancient caves that hint at a lost Dinotopian civilization wielding unprecedented technology. As they journey deeper into the island’s heart, they uncover mysteries that threaten the very existence of Dinotopia. This expanded edition includes additional pages, a foreword by paleontologist Michael Brett‑Surman, and behind‑the‑scenes sketches and photos by author James Gurney.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Gurney
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