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Book Synopsis: Harvard’s acclaimed geologist “charts Earth’s history in accessible style” (AP)“A sublime chronicle of our planet." –Booklist, STARRED review
How well do you know the ground beneath your feet? Odds are, where you’re standing was once cooking under a roiling sea of lava, crushed by a towering sheet of ice, rocked by a nearby meteor strike, or perhaps choked by poison gases, drowned beneath ocean, perched atop a mountain range, or roamed by fearsome monsters. Probably most or even all of the above. The story of our home planet and the organisms spread across its surface is far more spectacular than any Hollywood blockbuster, filled with enough plot twists to rival a bestselling thriller. But only recently have we begun to piece together the whole mystery into a coherent narrative. Drawing on his decades of field research and up-to-the-minute understanding of the latest science, renowned geologist Andrew H. Knoll delivers a rigorous yet accessible biography of Earth, charting our home planet's epic 4.6 billion-year story. Placing twenty first-century climate change in deep context, A Brief History of Earth is an indispensable look at where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Features original illustrations depicting Earth history and nearly 50 figures (maps, tables, photographs, graphs).
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Have you ever wondered about the mysteries of our planet? Dive into the fascinating world of Earth's history with our captivating book, "A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters". This unique masterpiece takes you on an exhilarating journey through time, unveiling the secrets that have shaped our world. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about our planet's past, this book promises to captivate you from the first page to the last.
Immerse yourself in the enthralling narrative as you uncover the extraordinary events that have occurred over the course of Earth's existence. From the formation of continents to the rise and fall of ancient civilizations, each chapter unveils a riveting piece of our planet's extraordinary history. With stunning illustrations and expertly researched content, "A Brief History of Earth" is not just a book; it's a gateway to understanding the world we inhabit.
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