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Ginkgo tree
Ginkgo tree. Ginkgobaum. Illustration by from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932
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1. Title: A Glimpse into Prehistory: The Majestic Ginkgo Tree and Its Ancient Companions The captivating illustration before you transports us back in time, to an era long before the advent of modern civilization. This enchanting image, taken from Wilhelm Bolsche's "Das Leben der Urwelt" or "Prehistoric Life," published in 1932 by Georg Dollheimer in Leipzig, Germany, invites us to explore the wonders of the ancient world. At the heart of this illustration lies the magnificent Ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba), a living fossil that has graced our planet for over 200 million years. Its distinctive fan-shaped leaves, which have remained unchanged throughout its long existence, are a testament to its resilience and tenacity. The Ginkgo tree in this illustration stands tall and proud, its leaves casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. Surrounding the Ginkgo, a diverse array of ancient creatures roam and frolic. Among them, the Araucaria tree, a coniferous evergreen that has also managed to survive through the ages, towers above the others. The prehistoric scene is further enlivened by the presence of various marine creatures, their forms a fascinating blend of the familiar and the fantastical. As our gaze lingers on this image, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of life that has unfolded on our planet. The Ginkgo tree, with its ancient lineage, serves as a poignant reminder of the continuity of life, even as the dinosaurs and other extinct beings that once shared our world have long since vanished. This evocative illustration invites us to delve deeper into the realms of zoology, paleontology, and prehistory, and to marvel at the myriad wonders that await us in the pages of our planet's past.
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