The World Before The Deluge


	The World Before The Deluge

invictus

5-2-2007 6:24 PM

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books, rare books, illustrations, prehistory, art, earth, deluge

invictus says:

An awesome feature again, from BibliOdyssey. Illustrations from a 1872 edition book, depicting the prehistoric world.

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5-3-2007 6:33 AM

michellezm

Wow Invictus. No wonder you're the top clipper. Stunning pictures and site. Thanks.

5-3-2007 7:17 AM

debbyski

I agree!

5-3-2007 12:20 PM

invictus

Thanks Michellezm and Debbyski, glad you liked it. This site is among my favourites. Visit once in a while and you'll surely find some new gems here.

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