Unearthing the Underworld

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SKU: 9781789147186
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A Natural History of Rocks

By Ken McNamara

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Unearthing the Underworld by Ken McNamara delves into the fascinating connections between geology, mythology, and human history. The book explores how ancient stories and myths are often rooted in the earth's geological phenomena, revealing a compelling intersection of science and culture. McNamara takes readers on a journey through time, illustrating how our understanding of the natural world has been shaped by these enduring narratives.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the natural world and intrigued by geological processes that have shaped our planet. It offers a captivating exploration of the Earth's dynamic underground landscapes, revealing their impact on life above and unearthing the mysteries of the subterranean realms.

An illumination of the the hidden world of rocks - the secret-keepers of past environments, of changing climates and the pulse of life over billions of years.

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Unearthing the Underworld reveals the hidden world of rocks, the secret-keepers of past environments, of changing climates, and the pulse of life over billions of years. Even the most seemingly ordinary stone can tell us much about the history of this planet, opening vistas of ancient worlds of ice, raging floods, strange, unbreathable atmospheres, and prehistoric worlds teeming with life. Remarkably, many types of rock owe their existence to living organisms, from the remains of dead animals to rotting ancient forests, or even the activity of fungi, bacteria, and viruses.

Anything but dull and uninteresting, rocks are intriguing portals that illuminate the secret underworld upon which we live.

McNamara finds incredible worlds preserved in stones we tend to ignore as he explores life's rocky roads. New Scientist

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Ken McNamara's Unearthing the Underworld delves into the natural history of rocks, illustrating how they reveal the coevolution of life and Earth over billions of years. The book is praised for its accessible discussion on the origin of sedimentary rocks and their insights into past and present life, enhanced by engaging and colourful illustrations. It is recommended for those interested in life, landscapes, and the environment.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789147186

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 73 illustrations, 47 in colour

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 296

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About the Author

Ken McNamara is a paleontologist, former director of the Sedgwick Museum, and emeritus fellow of Downing College at the University of Cambridge. He is the author of Shapes of Time.

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