Earth under Fire: How Global Warming Is Changing the World
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Earth under Fire: How Global Warming Is Changing the World
More than a warning, Earth under Fire is the most complete illustrated guide to the effects of climate change now available. It offers an upbeat and intelligent account of how we can lessen the effects of our near-total dependence on fossil fuels using technologies and energy sources already available. A thorough revision and a new preface for the paperback edition bring the compelling facts about climate change up to date.
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Customer Reviews 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful So THAT’S what happened to the Hatteras lighthouse…, January 19, 2008 By David Radcliff (Peoria, AZ) – See all my reviews Did you know they’ve moved the lighthouse on Cape Hatteras 2800 feet back from the shore due to rising sea levels? Me neither, but this is one of a myriad of telling tales Braasch brings into play to sound the alarm about global warming. He literally circled the globe–east to west and north to south–to gather information and photos for this book. He then combines these with easy-to-read narrative in a large-format work to tell the tale of a changing world.
Braasch’s research is meticulous, and he goes out of his way to note dissenting views, but the conclusions are crisp and clear as a warming Arctic winter day–the planet is getting hotter and this can only mean trouble. If you have time to read one book on the current reality and looming consequences of global warming, this is it. Sample info from Earth Under Fire: Stand-by mode of electronic gadgets consumes 6 percent of US electricity–one coal-fired electrical generation plant produces as much CO2 as 1.5 million cars–coal power plant pollutants kill 24,000-30,000 US citizens every year–and 10 times that many Chinese. This Book Is A Must Read For Learning About Global Warming, January 11, 2008 By Patricia Muller – See all my reviews  This book shows people being affected by climate change now, and give them a voice in both words and pictures. Scientists give reports about how climate change impacts all aspects of our survival. You will be given ideas of how to make a personal impact about climate change. Readers with prior knowledge and those just starting out will both enjoy this book. Everyone should have this book, January 18, 2008 By John – See all my reviews Very important topic clearly presented. Photographs prove the losses the planet is suffering and man’s wanton disregard for the deterioration. The photographs are extraordinarily beautiful, the yin and yang of this issue. |
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