{"title":"Laura Poppick","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eLaura Poppick\u003c\/em\u003e, a renowned author in the realm of Science \u0026amp; Nature. Laura's insightful writing offers readers a fascinating exploration of the natural world, combining in-depth research with engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a book that delves into the intricate layers of Earth's geology. Laura Poppick skillfully unravels the story of our planet through its geological strata, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped our world over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaura draws on her extensive background in science communication to present complex scientific concepts in an accessible and thought-provoking manner. Her work not only educates but also inspires curiosity about the natural phenomena that govern our planet. Whether you're a science enthusiast or new to the subject, Laura Poppick's books are an enriching addition to your reading list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Laura Poppick's collection and embark on a journey through the wonders of science and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"strata-by-laura-poppick-9781324021605","title":"Strata","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe epic stories of our planet's 4.54-billion-year history are written in strata, ages-old remnants of ancient seafloors, desert dunes, and riverbeds striping landscapes around the world. In this brilliantly original debut work, science writer Laura Poppick decodes strata to lead us on a journey through four global transformations that made our lives on Earth possible: the first accumulations of oxygen in the atmosphere; the deep freezes of \"Snowball Earth\"; the rise of mud on land and accompanying proliferation of plants; and the dinosaurs' reign on a hothouse planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePoppick introduces us to the researchers who have devoted their careers to understanding the events of deep time, including the world's leading stegosaur scientist. She travels to sites as various as a Minnesotan iron mine that runs half a mile deep and a corner of the Australian Outback where glacial deposits date from the coldest times on Earth. Ultimately, she demonstrates that the planet's oceans, continents, atmosphere, life, and ice have always conspired to bring stability to Earth, even if we are only just beginning to understand how these different facets interact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA work in the tradition of John McPhee, \u003cem\u003eStrata\u003c\/em\u003e allows us to observe how the planet has responded to past periods of environmental upheaval, and shows how Earth's ancient narratives could hold lessons for our present and future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072367804652,"sku":"9781324021605","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2a69b3298520c2f9dd47b111633670be.jpg?v=1765103781"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/laura-poppick.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}