New Releases

Dive into the enigmatic depths of time with A Breath in Time: The Evolution of Earth's Atmosphere, a riveting exploration of the ancient forces and hidden worlds that have shaped our planet. This captivating journey unveils the untold stories buried beneath our feet, from the primordial landscapes of prehistoric Earth to the cataclysmic events that forged continents. Through vivid narratives, uncover the mysteries of vanished ecosystems and the titanic creatures that once roamed the shadows.

Embark on an epic journey through time with When Continents Collide: The Dramatic Shaping of Earth’s Landmasses. This captivating historical exploration unravels the awe-inspiring story of our planet's ever-evolving surface. From the primordial forces that set the continents adrift, to the cataclysmic events that molded majestic mountain ranges and sprawling valleys, each part reveals the relentless power of nature at work.

In ten short and informative essays, leading volcanologist Dr. Rebecca Williams reveals everything you need to know about volcanoes. From the deadliest eruptions of all time and how to survive a volcanic eruption to why a volcano won't erupt in your back garden and volcanoes in outer space, discover all of this and much, much more!

Sixty-six million years ago an asteroid as large as Mt. Everest hit what is now the Yucatan Peninsula at a speed ten times faster than the fastest rifle bullet. Debris from the impact blew into space, re-entered the atmosphere as a swarm of shooting stars that burned the global forests and grasslands, leaving behind a thin global layer containing rock from the asteroid and from Mexico, and smoke from the fires. This layer marks one of the greatest extinctions in Earth history including not just dinosaurs, but also fish, plankton, ammonites, and plants making up about 75% of the known species.