The funniest thing you'll read for a while.

What a first line.

A great read even if dinosaurs hold no interest. What emerges is the fascinating stories of remarkable characters. The honourable, tragic Gideon Mantell; the conniving, brilliant Richard Owen. Read about William Buckland destroyed by the science he invented. Highly recommended.

Deceptively brilliant. Surprised to discover it was written in the 70's. A wonderful fable like quality to it.