A Choice Of Catastrophes: The Disasters That Threaten Our World
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Isaac Asimov
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Simon and Schuster, 1979
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling non-fiction work by a master of science writing presents a comprehensive overview of potential global calamities. It meticulously details a range of existential threats, from astronomical phenomena to human-induced ecological crises, offering a sobering yet intellectually stimulating perspective on our planet's vulnerabilities. Asimov, with his characteristic clarity and scientific rigor, argues for a deeper understanding of these dangers, illustrating the complex interplay of natural forces and human impact. The narrative maintains an academic yet accessible tone, making complex scientific concepts understandable to a broad audience. This volume serves as a profound meditation on humanity's place in the cosmos and the precariousness of our existence.
Author: Isaac Asimov
Published: 1979, Simon and Schuster
Author: Isaac Asimov
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: Simon and Schuster, 1979
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling non-fiction work by a master of science writing presents a comprehensive overview of potential global calamities. It meticulously details a range of existential threats, from astronomical phenomena to human-induced ecological crises, offering a sobering yet intellectually stimulating perspective on our planet's vulnerabilities. Asimov, with his characteristic clarity and scientific rigor, argues for a deeper understanding of these dangers, illustrating the complex interplay of natural forces and human impact. The narrative maintains an academic yet accessible tone, making complex scientific concepts understandable to a broad audience. This volume serves as a profound meditation on humanity's place in the cosmos and the precariousness of our existence.