In this engaging and accessible account, Anne Rooney explores the formation of Planet Earth and its lifeforms, featuring stunning full-colour photography, textboxes and diagrams.
In over four and a half billion years of existence, Planet Earth has gone from a hostile, sterile lump of hot rock to a temperate oasis teeming with life. How the World Works: Planet Earth is a fascinating synthesis of this transformation, exploring the landforms, plants and animals that make up its unique environment.
Brought to life by full-colour photography, this comprehensive guide includes useful textboxes, diagrams and profiles of key scientists.
Topics include:
The Earth's atmosphere
The formation of mountains
Plate tectonics
Extinction of the dinosaurs
Climate change
A perfect read for anyone wanting to learn the science behind of our extraordinary planet.
ABOUT THE SERIES: How the World Works is a full-color illustrated series by Arcturus Publishing. Each book provides an engaging introduction to a branch of human knowledge, outlining key principles and charting its development across history up to the present day.
| ISBN: | 9781838573782 |
| Publication date: | 1st March 2021 |
| Author: | Anne Rooney |
| Publisher: | Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 208 pages |
| Series: | How the World Works |
| Genres: |
The Earth: natural history: general interest Physical geography and topography Human geography |