Barbara Kerley

Long before museums were filled with massive fossil skeletons, nobody knew what a dinosaur actually looked like. Enter Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, a visionary Victorian artist who decided to bring these awe-inspiring ancient creatures back to life. Armed with science and an incredible imagination, he set out to build the world's very first life-sized dinosaur models to educate and amaze the public. Building these colossal beasts was no easy task, requiring tons of clay, iron, and an unwavering dedication to his craft. Discover the fascinating true story of how one man's monumental art project completely changed the way we view the prehistoric world. With stunning illustrations that capture the grand scale of his work, this inspiring biography proves that sometimes, the biggest dreams really do leave a lasting footprint on history.