A beautifully illustrated presentation of 250 milestones in the
history of our home planet, from celebrated geologist and planetary
scientist Jim Bell.
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.