ISBN: 9781330530443 - man as a geological agent (classic reprint): an account of his action on inanimate nature: an account of his action on inanimate nature (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the profound impact of humanity on the Earth's physical form, exploring how humans have transformed the landscape through their various activities. The author examines the historical record, from the ancient civilizations of Britain to the industrial era, showcasing the ways humans have excavated, mined, and altered the natural world. This historical perspective helps us understand how humans have become a significant geological force, on par with the forces of nature. The book meticulously investigates the consequences of human activities such as coal mining, metal extraction, and the development of roads and infrastructure. It highlights the remarkable scale of human intervention, providing detailed analyses of the vast quantities of rock and soil moved throughout history. This book ultimately offers a thought-provoking exploration of how human actions have reshaped the Earth's surface, leaving a lasting imprint on its geological history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…