"Switek seamlessly intertwines two types of evolution: one of life on earth and the other of paleontology itself."--Discover Magazine ""In delightful prose, Switek] . . . superbly shows that ' i]f we can let go of our conceit, ' we will see the preciousness of life in all its forms."--Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Highly instructive . . . a warm, intelligent yeoman's guide to the progress of life."--Kirkus Reviews "Magisterial...