Fortey, Richard

The Earth: An Intimate History

(No reviews yet) Write a Review

ISBN 13:: 9780006551379
author:: Fortey, Richard
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Harper Perennial
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2005
Pages:: 520
Dimensions:: 129 mm X 198 mm
Genre:: Popular science
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

£14.24

Current Stock: 5

Quantity:

Description

Description

The Earth An Intimate History by Richard A. Fortey is a groundbreaking exploration of our planet's shape and history. Over billions of years, the earth has undergone constant change, shaped by earthquakes, volcanoes, and continental drift. This book reveals the life that the earth leads when humans aren't watching, introducing us to its distinct character. Fortey follows the movement of seabeds, valleys, mountain ranges, and ice caps, showing how everything - our culture, natural history, even the formation of our cities - has its roots in geology. By examining the earth's ongoing subtle shifts, we gain a deeper understanding of the world around us. The result is a vital and exhilarating view of the natural world that informs our lives in profound ways. Through his engaging narrative, Fortey brings geology to life, making it accessible and fascinating for all who read him.

View AllClose