A Pictorial Atlas of Fossil Remains, consisting of coloured illustrations selected from Parkinson's "Organic remains of a former world," and Artis's "Antediluvian phytology."

A richly illustrated atlas brings together the finest plates from two classic works on fossil remains, presenting them in a single, coherent volume. Each image is paired with clear, up‑to‑date scientific names and locality notes, making the material both visually appealing and academically useful. The editor’s collaboration with a noted cataloguer of British fossils ensures that the nomenclature reflects the latest standards, while the accompanying text remains accessible to the curious reader.

The opening spread features a striking frontispiece of a Moa foot, reconstructed from bones recovered in a New Zealand swamp in 1849. Detailed measurements accompany the drawing, revealing the meticulous process of arranging the phalanges and metatarsals in their natural order. This level of precision recurs throughout the book, where every specimen—whether a plant fragment or an animal bone—is identified with its proper genus and species.

Beyond its visual charm, the atlas serves as a handy reference for geologists, paleontologists, and natural‑history enthusiasts. Brief citations point readers toward broader geological texts, allowing those who wish to explore further to do so with confidence.