The Winters Of The World: Earth Under The Ice Ages
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A compelling work of popular science and Earth history, The Winters of the World: Earth Under the Ice Ages chronicles the dramatic story of our planet's repeated descents into glaciation, presenting the geological, climatic, and biological forces that have shaped the world over millions of years. Brian S. John details the mechanisms behind ice age cycles — from shifts in Earth's orbit to volcanic activity and ocean circulation — with clarity and authority that makes complex science accessible to a general audience. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of advancing and retreating ice sheets on landscapes, sea levels, and the evolution of life, illustrating how these frozen epochs have left indelible marks on the terrain we inhabit today. Written with the enthusiasm of a geographer deeply invested in his subject, the tone balances scientific rigor with an engaging, almost storytelling quality that draws readers into deep time. An essential read for anyone curious about the natural forces that have repeatedly transformed Earth into a world of ice.
Author: Brian S. John
Format: Hardback
Published: 1979, The Jacaranda Press
Genre: Geography & Earth science
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A compelling work of popular science and Earth history, The Winters of the World: Earth Under the Ice Ages chronicles the dramatic story of our planet's repeated descents into glaciation, presenting the geological, climatic, and biological forces that have shaped the world over millions of years. Brian S. John details the mechanisms behind ice age cycles — from shifts in Earth's orbit to volcanic activity and ocean circulation — with clarity and authority that makes complex science accessible to a general audience. The narrative uncovers the profound impact of advancing and retreating ice sheets on landscapes, sea levels, and the evolution of life, illustrating how these frozen epochs have left indelible marks on the terrain we inhabit today. Written with the enthusiasm of a geographer deeply invested in his subject, the tone balances scientific rigor with an engaging, almost storytelling quality that draws readers into deep time. An essential read for anyone curious about the natural forces that have repeatedly transformed Earth into a world of ice.