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192 pp.
| Cambridge |
December, 1999 |
TradeISBN 0-521-77081-5$$39.95
(3)
YA
Burroughs's dense, interconnected essays explain the complex interactions that create Earth's climate and show why scientists' ability to predict large-scale changes remains tentative, while emphasizing the importance of such predictions. Despite the tiny type, the book's organization, myriad details, and logical cross-referencing system make it a valuable resource. Photos and diagrams provide dramatic support for the text. Glos., ind.