Pyne, Stephen J.
Fire: A Brief History (Weyerhaeuser Environmental Books)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780295746180
- author:
- Pyne, Stephen J.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- University of Washington Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Environment, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Fire: A Brief History by Stephen J. Pyne explores the complex relationship between fire and humanity over vast expanses of time. From the dynamics of pre-human fires to their role in modern society, Pyne examines how fire has shaped our world and what it means to be human. This concise yet wide-ranging book covers topics such as the use of fire in agriculture, pastoralism, and ceremonial practices, as well as its significance in industrial and technological contexts. A new chapter looks at the importance of fire in the twenty-first century, including its role in the Anthropocene era. Pyne's revised and expanded edition offers a comprehensive understanding of fire's impact on human history and its continued relevance today.
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