McPhee, John
Annals of the Former World
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374518738
- author:
- McPhee, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2000
- Pages:
- 696
- Dimensions:
- 15.7 x 4.7 x 23.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Annals of the Former World is a comprehensive survey of the continent, tracing the geological history of North America from 4.6 billion years ago to the present day. John McPhee's journey across the United States was initially planned as a cross-section of the continent at the 40th parallel, but the scope of the project evolved into a broader exploration of the science and style of geologists he met along the way.
The book's structure reflects the complexity of the terrain it covers, offering multiple paths for the reader to explore. With its clear and concise writing, Annals of the Former World is a masterful work of modern nonfiction that provides a profound understanding of geology. This Pulitzer Prize-winning book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural world.
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