Royal Society Science Book Prize Winner
A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth
by Henry Gee
Summary
A 4.6-billion-year history of life, from the first molecules to the eventual end of the human species in 12 pithy chapters.
”
Historical Context & Significance
Gee, a long-time editor at "Nature," was praised for condensing the entire history of the biosphere into a punchy, provocative narrative.