A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters

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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 reviewHow 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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Discover the awe-inspiring story of our home planet with A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters. Written by the acclaimed geologist Andrew H. Knoll, this book takes you on a breathtaking journey through Earth's 4.6 billion-year history. From violent volcanic eruptions to catastrophic meteor strikes, this chronicle of our planet is a rollercoaster of thrilling plot twists that rivals even the most gripping thriller.

With Knoll's decades of field research and his up-to-the-minute understanding of the latest scientific discoveries, A Brief History of Earth provides a rigorous yet accessible biography of our beautiful blue planet. Delve into the mysteries of our past and gain a deeper appreciation for the incredible organisms that have inhabited its surface.

What sets A Brief History of Earth apart is its ability to contextualize twenty-first century climate change within the grand narrative of Earth's history. By understanding the past, we can better comprehend the current challenges we face and make informed decisions for the future.

Featuring original illustrations that vividly depict Earth's history and nearly 50 figures including maps, tables, photographs, and graphs, this book is a visually stunning resource that will captivate and educate readers of all backgrounds.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary exploration of our planet's past and present. Grab your copy of A Brief History of Earth today and embark on a journey that will forever change the way you see the ground beneath your feet. Order now!

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