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From greenhouse to icehouse

From greenhouse to icehouse

HistoryScience
Pages
376
Published
2003
Language
English

Synopsis

This comprehensive scientific work explores the dramatic climatic shift from a 'greenhouse' to an 'icehouse' Earth, focusing on the Eocene-Oligocene boundary. It delves into historical geology, paleobiology, and stratigraphic geology, examining the profound impact of this transition on marine animals and fossil records, particularly within North America. The book offers a detailed analysis of environmental changes and their long-term consequences.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

History Science Science & Nature

Authors

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Carlos Eire

Carlos Eire writes on history and social issues, with a particular interest in cultural studies. His books, such as Lost Scriptures, Left of the Color Line, and *The Gilded Age

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Elizabeth Nesbitt

Elizabeth Nesbitt was a writer and critic who specialized in children's literature. She wrote studies on authors such as Lewis Carroll, E. Nesbit, and Howard Pyle. Her work explored the history and impact of these important figures in children's books.