Improbable planet how earth became humanity's home
"Most of us remember the basics from science classes about how Earth came to be the only known planet that sustains complex life. But what most people don't know is that the more thoroughly researchers investigate the history of our planet, the more astonishing the story of our existence becomes. Th...
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Grand Rapids, Michigan :
Baker Books,
[2016]
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| 100 | 1 | |a Ross, Hugh |q (Hugh Norman), |d 1945- |e author. | |
| 245 | 1 | 0 | |a Improbable planet : |b how earth became humanity's home / |c Hugh Ross. |
| 264 | 1 | |a Grand Rapids, Michigan : |b Baker Books, |c [2016] | |
| 300 | |a 283 pages : |b illustrations ; |c 24 cm | ||
| 504 | |a Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-276) and index. | ||
| 505 | 0 | |a Why ask "why"? -- The way the world is -- Essential construction materials -- The right neighborhood -- Site preparations -- Not quite ready -- Ready for the foundation -- Construction begins below ground -- Up to ground level -- Air-conditioning -- Invisible progress -- Heating and ventilation -- The structure rises -- Finishing touches -- Ready for occupancy -- Why we're here -- Why not life on a moon? -- Are we alone in the universe? | |
| 520 | |a "Most of us remember the basics from science classes about how Earth came to be the only known planet that sustains complex life. But what most people don't know is that the more thoroughly researchers investigate the history of our planet, the more astonishing the story of our existence becomes. The number and complexity of the astronomical, geological, chemical, and biological features recognized as essential to human existence have expanded explosively within the past decade. An understanding of what is required to make possible a large human population and advanced civilizations has raised profound questions about life, our purpose, and our destiny. This fascinating book helps nonscientists understand the countless miracles that undergird the exquisitely fine-tuned planet we call home--as if Someone had us in mind all along."--Dust jacket. | ||
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| 650 | 0 | |a Biblical cosmology. | |
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