The Ends of the World
Volcanic Apocalypses, Lethal Oceans and Our Quest to Understand Earth's Past Mass Extinctions
Peter Brannen
The book explores Earth's history through the lens of its five major mass extinctions, examining the geological and paleontological evidence to understand the causes and consequences of these catastrophic events. It delves into the role of volcanic eruptions, climate change, and asteroid impacts, while drawing parallels to contemporary environmental challenges and the potential for future extinctions.
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