Isbn: 9781921145346 - we are the weather makers : the story of global warming (13 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emissions by 70%. Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness of climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book now demands a younger audience: the school children who will inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to create.These new readers will have a chance to act on Tim Flannery's advice about the dangers of profligate use of fossil fuels and to find the solutions to save our planet.Today's teenagers are the vital audience for a book about the most urgent issue of our time and of their future. This revised and updated Young Adult edition is written in a style that is accessible and engaging. Most of us suspect that climate change is happening, but is it a terrible threat to our world or an exaggerated beat up? Or is it something in between, an issue that humanity must eventually face, but not yet? Ages 12+ Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Tim Flannery's international bestseller The Weather Makers has sold over a million copies and influenced politicians, movie stars, even business leaders - after reading it, Sir Richard Branson pledged more than 3 billion dollars towards developing sustainable energy sources. We Are the Weather Makers is a concise and revised edition that will allow readers aged from nine to ninety to learn the real facts about the biggest question of our generation. Flannery takes us on a journey through history and around the globe, writing about hurricanes and droughts, coral reefs and polar bears, and wind energy and nuclear power. He shows us how, as we continue to heat the planet, humanity faces unprecedented dangers and challenges. We are the weather makers now.…

Secondhand, Paperback. , . NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. Author: Tim Flannery Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 288 Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children- 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emissions by 70%. Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness of climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book now demands a younger audience- the school children who will inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to create.These new readers will have a chance to act on Tim Flannery's advice about the dangers of profligate use of fossil fuels and to find the solutions to save our planet.Today's teenagers are the vital audience for a book about the most urgent issue of our time and of their future. This revised and updated Young Adult edition is written in a style that is accessible and engaging. Secondhand, Paperback.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Good. First Thus. A concise and revised edition of 'The Weather Makers', for readers from nine to ninety, but spec. aimed at younger readers. 276pp, index, ills. Covers creased else sound copy Size: 8vo.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. 288 pages. Cover wornTim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: ' to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our de cisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emi ssions by 70%. Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness of climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book now demands a younger audience: the school children who wi ll inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to c reate. These new readers will have a chance to act on Tim Flannery's advice ab out the dangers of profligate use of fossil fuels and to find the solutions to s ave our planet. Today's teenagers are the vital audience for a book about the most urgent issue of our time and of their future. This revised and updated Youn g Adult edition is written in a style that is accessible and engaging.…

Book, Paperback. Condizione: Used. We are the Weather Makers. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What ?Used? Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used ? Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life. …

Revised ed. Paperback small trade, very good condition, colour photos, black & white text-photos, minor edgewear corners. 275 pp. Tim Flannery has written a concise and revised edition of "The Weather Makers" that will allow readers aged from 9 to 90 to learn the facts about climate change. He writes about cyclones and droughts, coral reefs and polar bears, wind energy, and nuclear power. He gives a timely reminder that we are all responsible for the way we influence our climate.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emissions by 70%. Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness of climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book now demands a younger audience: the school children who will inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to create.These new readers will have a chance to act on Tim Flannery's advice about the dangers of profligate use of fossil fuels and to find the solutions to save our planet.Today's teenagers are the vital audience for a book about the most urgent issue of our time and of their future. This revised and updated Young Adult edition is written in a style that is accessible and engaging. Most of us suspect that climate change is happening, but is it a terrible threat to our world or an exaggerated beat up? Or is it something in between, an issue that humanity must eventually face, but not yet? Ages 12+ Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

Medium Trade Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. Reprint. Inscribed by Author. Medium Trade Paperback. 275 pages. Inscribed by Author. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: The Text Publishing Company, Australia, 2007. Reprint. *** CONDITION: This book is in near fine condition. More specifically: Covers have light creasing. Edges of covers have superficial wear. Spine is uncreased. . Pages are lightly tanned. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: Tim Flannery's international bestseller, The Weather Makers, changed minds and hearts about global warming. We Are the Weather Makers is a concise and revised edition that will allow readers aged from nine to ninety to learn the facts about climate change. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Environment & Ecology; Science & Technology. ISBN: 192114534X. ISBN/EAN: 9781921145346. Inventory No: 25010158. The photo of this book is of the actual book for sale.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emissions by 70%. Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness of climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book now demands a younger audience: the school children who will inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to create.These new readers will have a chance to act on Tim Flannery's advice about the dangers of profligate use of fossil fuels and to find the solutions to save our planet.Today's teenagers are the vital audience for a book about the most urgent issue of our time and of their future. This revised and updated Young Adult edition is written in a style that is accessible and engaging. Most of us suspect that climate change is happening, but is it a terrible threat to our world or an exaggerated beat up? Or is it something in between, an issue that humanity must eventually face, but not yet? Ages 12+ Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…