Prof Gisli Palsson
Human Age: How we created the Anthropocene epoch and caused the climate
Human Age: How we created the Anthropocene epoch and caused the climate
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The Human Age is an exploration of the Anthropocene, the geological epoch in which human beings have become the driving forces that shape, transform, and destroy Earth. It combines scientific theory, political argument, philosophical questioning, and our deepest fears and hopes for the future to create a visual and written timeline of the age of human domination, revealing how it was born, how it is impacting us and our planet, and the outlook for the future.
Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Welbeck Publishing Group
The Human Age is a groundbreaking exploration of the Anthropocene, the new geological epoch in which human beings have emerged as the dominant force shaping Earth's destiny. Referred to as the Age of Man, this epoch signifies a profound shift in the balance of power, where human actions now wield immense control over climate, geology, and the evolution and extinction of species.
In this captivating book, renowned scientists, political thinkers, philosophers, and artists come together to delve into the complexities of the Human Age. Through informative and engaging text, accompanied by stunning photographs that vividly depict the profound impact of human existence on our planet, The Human Age offers a comprehensive perspective on this transformative era.
Powerful graphics showcase the shifting landscape, the underlying geology, and the devastating destruction caused by human activities, leading to global upheaval and climate breakdown. By creating a visual and written timeline of human domination, The Human Age unveils the origins, consequences, and potential future trajectories of this epoch.
Through its exploration, The Human Age raises important questions about our responsibility, accountability, and the urgent need for collective action to address the challenges and opportunities posed by the Anthropocene. It serves as a call to arms, urging us to embrace a sustainable and harmonious relationship with our planet, ensuring a brighter future for generations to come.
Weight: 828g
Dimension: 193 x 243 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781787394353
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