BOOK BRIEF

A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters

Andrew H. Knoll
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A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Andrew H. Knoll

A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Earth • Geological Eras

Theme
Environment
Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters, Andrew H. Knoll guides readers through Earth's geological and biological evolution. The book explores key events and changes over four billion years, emphasizing Earth's dynamic systems and the emergence of life, shaping the planet into the world we know today.

Informative

Contemplative

Mysterious

Inspirational

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.2

5,711 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters by Andrew H. Knoll is praised for its engaging writing and comprehensive coverage of Earth's history. Readers appreciate its clarity and accessibility, making complex scientific concepts understandable. Some find the narrative occasionally dense, but overall, it's a valuable resource for those interested in geology and biology.

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Who Should Read A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters?

Readers who relish deep time narratives akin to Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind and Cosmos will enjoy Andrew H. Knoll’s A Brief History of Earth. It’s ideal for those fascinated by geology, evolutionary biology, and Earth’s ancient history.

4.2

5,711 ratings

77%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Earth • Geological Eras

Theme
Environment
Topic
Science & Nature

World History
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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