Títulos en Ciencias de la Tierra

Why doesn't rain fall all at once? Can technology change the track of a hurricane? What's the weather like on other planets? Meteorologists Simon King and Clare Nasir reveal the captivating ways the weather works, from exploring incredible weather phenomenon (how are rainbows formed?), expertly...

Este livro destina-se a estudantes de graduação, pós-graduação, profissionais (docentes e técnicos) e pesquisadores nas áreas de Geografia, Agronomia, Engenharia florestal, Ciências Ambientais e afins, que tenham interesse em aprofundar o conhecimento de solo como suporte à vida no ecossistema de floresta tropical no Brasil. Em cinco capítulos, o autor oferece uma análise comparativa do processo de mudança de uso e de cobertura da terra em relação ao estoque de carbono (CO2) e mercúrio (Hg) no solo sob sistema florestal e agroflorestal no espaço rural sul-amazônico.

Bestseller international Volumul Despre toate, pe scurt a fost distins cu Aventis Prize si Descartes Science Communication Prize. O istorie ingenioasa si antrenanta a universului, Pamintului, vietii si omului, o poveste care merge de la Big Bang, cind nu eram nimic, pina la aparitia...

Freeman Dyson is a world-renowned astrophysicist who dreams of exploring the heavens and has designed a spaceship to take him there. His son, George, a brilliant high-school dropout, lives in a tree house and is designing a giant kayak to explore the icy coastal wilderness of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska.  

Un presupposto: il pianeta è bello ed è possibile salvarlo. Una consapevolezza: siamo esseri viventi inseriti assieme agli altri in un unico, grande ecosistema. Un viaggio: è quello che ci propone Licia Colò, attraverso i panorami di tutto il mondo e la complessità delle sue forme di vita. Partiamo dall'Australia, che pur devastata da terribili roghi offre riserve naturali simili all'Eden, come Kangaroo Island o le Blue Mountains. Ammiriamo l'Indonesia, le sue isole mozzafiato punteggiate di vulcani, patria di animali a rischio di estinzione come gli orangutan e i draghi di Komodo.

There's so much we don't know about what lies deep beneath the ocean's surface - and the time to find out is growing increasingly precious . . . Professor Alex Rogers is one of the world's leading experts in marine biology and oceanology, and has spent his life studying the deep ocean - and in...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A vivid account of a major shift in how we understand Earth, from an exceptionally talented new voice. Earth is not simply an inanimate planet on which life evolved, but rather a planet that came to life. “Glorious . . . full of achingly beautiful passages...

An Instant New York Times Bestseller! New York Times best-selling journalist Jeff Goodell presents an important examination of the impact that temperature rise will have on our lives and on our planet, offering a vital new perspective on where we are headed, how we can prepare, and what is at...

Balancing a broad array of archaeological, botanical, and historical evidence, Fruit from the Sands presents the fascinating story of the origins and spread of agriculture across Inner Asia and into Europe and East Asia. Through the preserved remains of plants in archaeological sites, Robert N. Spengler III identifies the regions where our most familiar crops were domesticated and follows their routes as people carried them around the world. Vividly narrated, Fruit from the Sands explores how the foods we eat have shaped the course of human history.

How is it that we can walk unfamiliar streets while maintaining a sense of direction? How can we come up with shortcuts on the fly, in places we've never traveled? The answer is the complex mental map in our brains. This feature of our cognition is easily taken for granted, but it's also critical to our species' evolutionary success. In From Here to There, Michael Bond tells stories of the lost and found - Polynesian sailors, orienteering champions, early aviators - and surveys the science of human navigation.

Ranging from prehistory to the 21st century, The Great Sea is above all the history of human interaction across a region that has brought together many of the great civilizations of antiquity as well as the rival empires of medieval and modern times.

Master the science of cartography and transform how you navigate the world with this educational audio journey. Perfect for your daily commute, this adventure bridges the gap between ancient parchment and the digital GPS in your pocket. You will shrink the massive globe into practical, everyday...

Explore the dramatic geology of how molten magma and restless tectonic plates forge new land from the deep ocean floor. Perfect for your daily commute, this fascinating journey transforms complex natural forces into an accessible, gripping narrative. Strip away heavy scientific jargon and dive...

Master the science of climate change and cure your eco-anxiety with this accessible, fact-based environmental guide. Perfect for your daily commute, this calm and grounded audiobook breaks down complex planetary science into everyday language. Stop feeling overwhelmed by confusing news cycles...

Master the science of weather and climate with this calming, beginner-friendly guide to Earth's invisible ocean of air. Whether you are unwinding at home or powering through your morning commute, this wondrous nature exploration transforms complex meteorology into a stress-free listening...

Master the popular science of meteorology to transform your daily commute into an awe-inspiring journey through nature. Whether you are enjoying a mindful outdoor walk or unwinding on a rainy afternoon, this engaging audio experience reveals the hidden mechanics of the atmosphere above you...

Explore the immense forces of geology as deep tectonic plates and hidden currents reshape the world beneath your feet. Perfect for an awe-inspiring commute or a curious weekend listening session, this accessible journey transforms complex science into vivid, everyday imagery. You will safely...

Uncover the hidden science of underground aquifers and master water conservation to protect our changing environment. Whether you are listening on your daily commute or during a quiet nature walk, this accessible journey transforms everyday moments—like turning on the kitchen sink—into a...

Master the science of climate change and ecology through a calming journey into nature’s invisible, life-giving engine. Whether you are strolling outside or seeking an educational escape during your daily commute, this immersive audio experience transforms complex environmental systems into an...

Transform your next outdoor walk into a thrilling earth science adventure by mastering the basics of rock collecting. Whether you are seeking a relaxing weekend hobby or commuting to a museum visit, this accessible audio guide turns ordinary landscapes into dazzling showcases of natural history...