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A Little History of the Earth

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A Little History of the Earth

By: Jamie Woodward
Narrated by: David Linski
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A lively account of the history of our planet, from its earliest origins to the present day, told through the major geological changes and scientific breakthroughs

Where has our planet come from, and what lies beneath its surface? How have we come to understand its past and present environments, and what does its future look like? Thanks to scientists who study its rocks, fossils, and landscapes, we know that Earth history spans over four and a half billion years. But there is still much more to discover.

This Little History recounts our planet’s fascinating past and the science which has shaped how we think about it. Taking us from the formation of the Solar System, the evolution of our atmosphere and oceans, and the first signs of life, through to dinosaurs, mammals, and the eventual arrival of humans, Woodward shows us the full span of Earth history, from deep time to the Anthropocene. Along the way, we learn about the major breakthroughs of the pioneering scientists who have unearthed our planet’s secrets.

From fossils of ancient creatures to the very air we breathe, this is the essential guide to our world.

©2025 Jamie Woodward (P)2025 Blackstone Publishing Biological Sciences Earth Sciences Evolution Evolution & Genetics Nature & Ecology Science Solar System Natural History Paleontology
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This is one of the best books I have listened to in a long time. The history of our planet is so fascinating, I think everyone on earth should listen to it. How can we live on such an awesome rock and not know the details of how we got here? I was enraptured from start to finish. The narration was amazing and I can't fathom how much research Jamie Woodward has done to accumulate such a wealth of knowledge.

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Easy to understand a really interesting. Highly recommend if you enjoy these type of books describing deep time

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