"The Vertebrate Story"

I found a copy of “The Vertebrate Story” at the thrift store. It looks intense, but I am not sure if it might be too old for HS. Couldn’t pass it up either way as we are no where near ready for HS yet, but am trying to find decent living books for all grades. I found an online study card site for Northeastern University, but not much else. Anyone ever seen, heard, used, have thoughts???  I am wondering if this might make a spine.