Gaia: A New Look at Life on Earth by James Lovelock offers a groundbreaking perspective on the interconnectedness of living organisms and their environment. Lovelock introduces the Gaia hypothesis, which proposes that Earth functions as a self-regulating, complex system where life actively shapes and maintains the conditions necessary for its own survival. This visionary work challenges traditional views of nature as a passive backdrop, instead portraying the planet as a dynamic, living entity. Lovelock’s clear and engaging writing invites readers to reconsider humanity’s role within the broader ecological system, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth.
Gaia: A New Look at Life on Earth by James Lovelock offers a groundbreaking perspective on the interconnectedness of living organisms and their environment. Lovelock introduces the Gaia hypothesis, which proposes that Earth functions as a self-regulating, complex system where life actively shapes and maintains the conditions necessary for its own survival. This visionary work challenges traditional views of nature as a passive backdrop, instead portraying the planet as a dynamic, living entity. Lovelock’s clear and engaging writing invites readers to reconsider humanity’s role within the broader ecological system, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth.
Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1989 slightest foxing to pages otherwise very good condition with no other internal/external markings
