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An Explorer's Notebook

Essays on Life, History & Climate
By Tim Flannery
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An Explorer's Notebook by Tim Flannery is a captivating collection of essays that weave together his experiences as a scientist and adventurer. The book explores Flannery's journeys to remote and fascinating parts of the world, highlighting remarkable encounters with diverse ecosystems and unique wildlife. Through a blend of scientific insight and personal reflection, it offers a profound glimpse into nature and the urgent need for conservation.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a passion for exploring the natural world and enjoy insightful essays that blend travel, science, and a genuine curiosity about the environment. It's ideal for readers who appreciate a blend of adventure and scientific discovery, all woven through with engaging storytelling.

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An Explorer's Notebook

An Explorer's Notebook is an exhilarating selection of Tim Flannery's essays and articles written over a period of twenty-five years.

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An Explorer's Notebook is a fascinating and exhilarating selection of Tim Flannery's essays and articles written over two decades. In them, we see his evolution from the young scientist conducting fieldwork in remote locations to the influential commentator on climate change.

His bestselling book The Weather Makers has inspired readers around the world. Flannery celebrates the wonders of the natural world as he describes his journeys into the jungles of New Guinea and Irian Jaya, the people he met, and the species he discovered.

He writes about matters as wide-ranging as love, insects, population, water and land management. Flannery shows us how we can better predict our future by understanding the profound history of life on Earth.

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An Explorer's Notebook by Tim Flannery is praised for its compelling exploration of various scientific and ecological topics. Reviewers appreciate Flannery's engaging storytelling and his ability to interweave personal anecdotes with profound insights into nature and environmental issues. The book is noted for its accessibility, making complex scientific concepts understandable and enjoyable to a broader audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921351655

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2008

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books Science & Nature Tim Flannery

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