Name: A Little History of the Earth
SKU: 64744098
Price: 386.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Author: Jamie Woodward
ISBN: 9780300246148

Type

Physical Book

Publisher

Yale University Press

Author

Jamie Woodward

Collection

Little Histories

Year

2025

Pages

304

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

21.6x14 cm

ISBN13

9780300246148

A Little History of the Earth

Jamie Woodward (Author) · Yale University Press · Hardcover

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Synopsis "A Little History of the Earth"

A lively account of the history of our planet, from its earliest origins to the present day, told through the major geological changes and scientific breakthroughs Where has our planet come from, and what lies beneath its surface? How have we come to understand its past and present environments, and what does its future look like? Thanks to scientists who study its rocks, fossils, and landscapes, we know that Earth history spans over four and a half billion years. But there is still much more to discover. This Little History recounts our planet’s fascinating past and the science which has shaped how we think about it. Taking us from the formation of the Solar System, the evolution of our atmosphere and oceans, and the first signs of life, through to dinosaurs, mammals, and the eventual arrival of humans, Woodward shows us the full span of Earth history, from deep time to the Anthropocene. Along the way, we learn about the major breakthroughs of the pioneering scientists who have unearthed our planet’s secrets. From fossils of ancient creatures to the very air we breathe, this is the essential guide to our world.