Science and Reflection with Andrew Knoll: A Review of the Book "A Brief History of the Earth"
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https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.2447-2158.i18p148-153Keywords:
History of the Earth, Natural Sciences, Geology, Paleontology, ReviewAbstract
The review presents A Brief History of the Earth: 4 Billion Years in 8 Chapters, by Andrew H. Knoll, as an indispensable work for those seeking to understand the trajectory of the planet through an accessible and thought-provoking narrative, while reflecting on current environmental challenges. Knoll, a renowned professor of Natural History at Harvard and a world reference in Paleontology and Geology, applies his vast academic and field experience to explore the formation and evolution of the Earth, translating complex concepts and processes into a clear and fluid language. With the support of images and engaging examples, the author captivates readers of different levels of knowledge. The work is structured in eight chapters that range from the initial chemical composition of the planet to the impact of human action in the modern era, connecting geological and biological events in a dynamic narrative.
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KNOLL, A. H. Uma Breve História da Terra: 4 bilhões de anos em Oito Capítulos. 1ª edição. Rio de Janeiro: Alta Books, 2023. p. 272. ISBN: 978-85-508-1826-9 (impresso).
HARVARD UNIVERSITY. Andrew H. Knoll. Disponível em: https://eps.harvard.edu/people/andrew-h-knoll. Acesso em: 23 nov. 2024.
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