Earth Transformed

Ruddiman's textbook presents an overview of the record of early human effects on landscapes and climate, from the beginnings of agriculture development through to the Industrial Revolution, moving into present day. This compact and adaptable text makes the science behind climate change issues understandable, engaging and fascinating for the non-scientist. Written for both those studying earth climates and anyone with a personal interest in this field of study, as the text is brief and enough for a single term course.