Talented author and illustrator Dr Mark Witton has come up trumps again. His recently published book “King Tyrant” is an excellent read. Dr Witton sets out to update the reader on the most famous of all the dinosaurs – Tyrannosaurus rex. The book, entitled “King Tyrant a Natural History of Tyrannosaurus rex” is a detailed and beautifully crafted publication from an author at the very top of their game.
The fabulous front cover of the new book “King Tyrant A Natural History of Tyrannosaurus rex” by Dr Mark P. Witton. Dr Witton is an accomplished author and palaeoartist as well as a highly respected palaeontologist. Naturally, this stunning T. rex artwork on the front cover was created by the author. Picture credit: Princeton University Press.
Picture credit: Princeton University Press
“King Tyrant”
Published by Princeton University Press, this is a comprehensive review of the “Tyrant Lizard King”. Dr Mark Witton masterfully weaves his in-depth knowledge of Tyrannosaurus rex into the narrative. He makes complex topics accessible and engaging for readers. The book features beautiful illustrations and stunning colour photographs of fossils that bring the prehistoric world of T. rex to life. Dr Witton’s passion for this subject shines through on every page. It is an inspiring book, one that highlights the skills of an accomplished science communicator.
To read Everything Dinosaur’s earlier blog post about this fascinating book: A New Tyrannosaurus rex Book.
Book Details
Title: “King Tyrant A Natural History of Tyrannosaurus rex”
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: May 13th, 2025 | Price: £35.00/$39.95 | Pages: 320
Illustrations: 150+ colour illustrations
ISBN: 9780691245584
Size: 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10 inches)
Visit the website of Princeton University Press to purchase: Princeton University Press.
Haolonggood Tyrannosaurus rex dinosaur model (Chao Gai).
An Iconic Dinosaur
Dr Mark Witton documents the media presence of Tyrannosaurus rex compared to other dinosaurs. It has a much larger media profile. This is reflected in dinosaur model sales. For example, Everything Dinosaur team members calculate that T. rex models outsell other dinosaur models by a ratio of six to one. This has motivated manufacturers to continue to produce figures of this famous tyrannosaur. For instance, the new for 2025 Haolonggood T. rex figures (see image above).
To view the range of Haolonggood prehistoric animal models in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Haolonggood Prehistoric Animal Models and Figures.
Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:
“This is a superb dinosaur book! I congratulate Dr Mark Witton, and I look forward to catching up with him at the forthcoming Lyme Regis Fossil Festival. I recommend this book to fans of dinosaurs.”
For prehistoric animal models and toys: Prehistoric Animal Models and Toys.
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