Summary:
The book takes readers on a voyage through the deep history of Earth, exploring lost worlds and extinct life forms from different geological eras. It combines scientific insights with vivid descriptions to recreate the landscapes and inhabitants of our planet's past.
Key points:
1. Deep Time: "Otherlands" explores Earth's history over millions of years, showing how landscapes and life forms have changed and emphasizing the planet's geological and biological transformations.
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