Language of the Earth [Paperback]

F. and Stone Rhodes (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1980 | ISBN-10: 0080259804 | ISBN-13: 978-0080259802

Man's complex relationship to planet Earth is explored in this second edition of the landmark anthology edited by Frank Rhodes and Bruce Malamud. This volume provides a portrait of the planet as experienced not just by scientists, but by artists, aviators, poets, philosophers, novelists, historians, and sociologists as well.

• A unique collection that bridges the gap between science and humanities
• Contains writings by scientists, artists, aviators, poets, philosophers, novelists, historians, and sociologists including Charles Darwin, Dane Picard, Rachel Carson, John Muir, Mark Twain and Archibald Geikie
• Represents the human experience over the centuries, covering a span of 2,500 years
• Reflects the planet's extraordinary physical diversity
• The previous edition was voted one of the 25 'Great Books of Geology' by readers of the Journal of Geological Education

"...this is a very worthwhile read, with something for everyone interested in geography, earth systems and geology, natural history or the general environment."
Robert A. Francis, King's College London, Progress in Physical Geography

--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“The book perfectly illustrates the beauty, the enigmatic complexity and the insidiously violent character of the Earth.” (The Holocene, May 2009)

“Anyone interested in planet Earth, whether in its rocks and soil, or the animals and plants which inhabit it, or in the people who have in the past tried to explore, describe, and explain it, will find something of interest here. Recommended.” (Choice, November 2008) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

From the Back Cover

Man’s complex relationship to planet Earth is explored in this new edition of the landmark literary anthology, Language of the Earth. This volume provides a portrait of the planet as experienced not just by scientists, but by artists, aviators, poets, philosophers, novelists, historians, and sociologists as well. It seeks to represent the human experience over the centuries, covering a span of 2,500 years.

At the same time, Language of the Earth reflects the planet’s extraordinary diversity, from dripping mines and caves to the high deserts of the Andes, the Antarctic ice sheet, and even the surface of the moon. Its comprehensive approach bridges the gap between science and the humanities. Arranged in four distinct parts, with writings from 117 different authors, Language of the Earth surveys the richness, beauty, and sustainability of the planet. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Pergamon Pr (June 1980)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0080259804
• ISBN-13: 978-0080259802
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,922,536 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)