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OverviewUsing a broad selection of classic and current sources, The Natural History of the Earth probes selected discussions within biology, climatology, geology, and geomorphology and explores a selection of debates about Earth and life history, considering their origins and their present state-of-play. After outlining the arguments, placing them in an historical context and indicating their significance, the book goes on to deal with specific debates. In the geosphere section, topics covered include geological processes, the bombardment hypothesis, frigid climates and cataclysmic floods, and in the section concerning the biosphere, the topics covered include evolutionary patterns, mass extinctions, patterns in life’s history and life–environment connections. Written in a clear and accessible style, this volume will interest Earth and life scientists, physical geographers and any informed person fascinated by long-term Earth history. This accessible volume is illustrated throughout with over fifty informative diagrams, photographs, tables and over 700 references. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard John Huggett (University of Manchester, UK)Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.362kg ISBN: 9780415759076ISBN 10: 0415759072 Pages: 220 Publication Date: 10 April 2014 Audience: General/trade , General/trade , General , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationRichard John Huggett is a Reader in Physical Geography in the University of Manchester Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |