Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth

<b>An illustrated tour of the planet exploring ecosystems large and small from reefs deserts and rainforests to a single drop of water--from the <i>New York Times </i>bestselling author of <i>Women in Science</i>.</b> <p/> Making earth science accessible and entertaining through art maps and infographics <i>The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth</i> explains how our planet works--and how we can protect it--from its diverse ecosystems and their inhabitants to the levels of ecology the importance of biodiversity the cycles of nature and more. Science- and nature-loving readers of all ages will delight in this utterly charming guide to our amazing home.