Gaia by James Lovelock
A New Look at Life on Earth
The book presents a groundbreaking hypothesis that redefines Earth as a self-regulating system, where the biosphere, atmosphere, oceans, and soil function as a single living organism. This entity, named after the Greek goddess of Earth, maintains the conditions necessary for life through complex interactions among its components. The author, an independent scientist, argues that life on Earth actively shapes the environment for its own survival, challenging traditional views of the relationship between organisms and their habitat. The work has sparked widespread debate and research, influencing fields from biology to environmental science, and has profound implications for our understanding of life on Earth and how we approach environmental stewardship.
The 2655th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1979
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 176
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 25th on 25 Greatest Science Books of All Time (Discover Magazine)
- The 100 Greatest Non-Fiction Books (The Guardian)
- The Well-Educated Mind (Book)