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A clear challenge to the idea that nature runs on unchanging laws. Explore how causation is understood in geology and why this reshapes views of Earth's history.
This edition surveys the long-standing debate about the eternity of the current course of nature. It traces how thinkers from ancient times to modern philosophers have framed cause and effect, and why geology must question accepted ideas to advance.
- Understand how the concept of causation has evolved from two linked facts to a broader view of how nature changes over time
- See how geology intersects with cosmogonies, space, time, and the history of science
- Learn why prominent figures and competing theories shaped the field, including critiques of older models
- Discover how careful observation and open-minded theory can expand a science beyond established doctrines
Ideal for readers of science history and those curious about how geology builds its arguments from evidence and reason.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book challenges long-held theories on the origin and evolution of the Earth. The author argues that the idea of an eternally repeating cycle of natural events is flawed, and that instead, the planet has undergone a distinct progression of changes over time. This progression includes the formation of the Earth's solid crust, the emergence of life, and the development of human civilization. The author supports this argument with evidence from geology and other scientific disciplines, and also explores the philosophical implications of his theory. In doing so, this book provides a fresh perspective on the Earth's history and our place within it, inviting readers to question long-held assumptions and consider the possibility of a more dynamic and evolving planet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332802302_0
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