Global Catastrophes: A Very Short Introduction
(Book #37 in the Elementaire Deeltjes Series)
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Life on earth will come to an end. It's just a matter of when. Global Catastrophes: A Very Short Introduction focuses on the many potential catastrophes facing our planet and our species in the future, and looks at both the probability of these events happening and our chances of survival. Coverage extends from discussion of the likely consequences of the current global warming to the inevitable destruction of the earth in the far future, when it is enveloped by our giant, bloated sun. In between, other 'end of the world scenarios' will be examined, including the New Ice Age, asteroid and comet impact, supervolcanoes, and mega-tsunami. About the Series: Combining authority with wit, accessibility, and style, Very Short Introductions offer an introduction to some of life's most interesting topics. Written by experts for the newcomer, they demonstrate the finest contemporary thinking about the central problems and issues in hundreds of key topics, from philosophy to Freud, quantum theory to Islam.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0192804936
ISBN13:9780192804938
Release Date:October 2009
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:152 Pages
Weight:0.25 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.8" x 4.4"
Related Subjects
Conservation Earth Sciences Engineering Environment Environmental Science History & Philosophy Natural Disasters Nature Nature & Ecology Politics & Government Politics & Social Sciences Public Affairs & Policy Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology Social Services & WelfareCustomer Reviews
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