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Discover the captivating essence of 'Air: The Restless Shaper of the World,' a profound exploration that interlinks humanity with the elemental force of air. This BRAND NEW hardcover edition, published by W W Norton & Company in 2013, spans 416 pages and is steeped in rich narrative and scientific insight. Delve into the intricate relationships between organisms and their environments, and understand how air sustains life itself. With over twenty thousand fungal spores and half a million bacteria swirling in each square foot of summer air, William Bryant Logan reveals astonishing connections that shape our world.
Air serves as the unseen force that molds our existence, playing a crucial role in our perceptions, health, and the ecological balance of our planet. From the alarming consequences of polluted air to the fascinating sensory experiences of various creatures, Logan’s writing unveils the often-overlooked dynamics that influence our daily lives. This well-researched work is essential for nature lovers, environmentalists, and anyone curious about the invisible world around them.
Explore the vastness of air's journey through time and its impact on ecological systems. This book is not just a read; it's a journey through understanding how our very breath connects us all.
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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393345391
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
Air sustains the living. Every creature breathes to live, exchanging and changing the atmosphere. Water and dust spin and rise, make clouds and fall again, fertilizing the dirt.
Twenty thousand fungal spores and half a million bacteria travel in a square foot of summer air. The chemical sense of aphids, the ultraviolet sight of swifts, a newborn's awareness of its mother's breast”all take place in the medium of air. Ignorance of the air is costly. The artist Eva Hesse died of inhaling her fiberglass medium. Thousands were sickened after 9/11 by supposedly "safe" air. The African Sahel suffers drought in part because we fill the air with industrial dusts. With the passionate narrative style and wide-ranging erudition that have made William Bryant Logan's work a touchstone for nature lovers and environmentalists, Air is”like the contents of a bag of seaborne dust that Darwin collected aboard the Beagle”a treasure trove of discovery.
Air serves as the unseen force that molds our existence, playing a crucial role in our perceptions, health, and the ecological balance of our planet. From the alarming consequences of polluted air to the fascinating sensory experiences of various creatures, Logan’s writing unveils the often-overlooked dynamics that influence our daily lives. This well-researched work is essential for nature lovers, environmentalists, and anyone curious about the invisible world around them.
Explore the vastness of air's journey through time and its impact on ecological systems. This book is not just a read; it's a journey through understanding how our very breath connects us all.
**Shipping Information:** Enjoy free shipping on this item. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393345391
Year: 2013
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
Air sustains the living. Every creature breathes to live, exchanging and changing the atmosphere. Water and dust spin and rise, make clouds and fall again, fertilizing the dirt.
Twenty thousand fungal spores and half a million bacteria travel in a square foot of summer air. The chemical sense of aphids, the ultraviolet sight of swifts, a newborn's awareness of its mother's breast”all take place in the medium of air. Ignorance of the air is costly. The artist Eva Hesse died of inhaling her fiberglass medium. Thousands were sickened after 9/11 by supposedly "safe" air. The African Sahel suffers drought in part because we fill the air with industrial dusts. With the passionate narrative style and wide-ranging erudition that have made William Bryant Logan's work a touchstone for nature lovers and environmentalists, Air is”like the contents of a bag of seaborne dust that Darwin collected aboard the Beagle”a treasure trove of discovery.