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The Earth Book: From the Beginning to the End of Our Planet, 250 Milestones in the History of Earth Science (Sterling Milestones) by Bell, Jim is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Earth Book: From the Beginning to the End of Our Planet, 250 Milestones in the History of Earth Science (Sterling Milestones) about?
A beautifully illustrated presentation of 250 milestones in the history of our home planet, from a celebrated geologist and planetary scientist. Spanning Earth's entire history, from its birth 4.6 billion years ago to its inevitable destruction billions of years into the future, this stunning volume chronicles the life of our home planet in 250 well-chosen milestones. Jim Bell leads us on a tour of the events, processes, people, and places that have shaped our growing knowledge of Earth, from the oceans' formation and the first perilous polar expeditions to deadly volcanoes and Earth "selfies" from space. He covers relevant topics in a range of fields, including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, geology, mineralogy, planetary science, life science, public policy, atmospheric/climate science, and engineering, along with notes on key scientists and inventors. At a time when it's crucial to understand Earth as a complex interdependent system, and our role in that system, The Earth Book will enhance your appreciation of our home.
Who reads The Earth Book: From the Beginning to the End of Our Planet, 250 Milestones in the History of Earth Science (Sterling Milestones)?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Bell, Jim
- Publisher
- Union Square & Co.
- Published
- 2019
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781454929109
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- History, Science, Astronomy
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