Since gaia was first published, jim lovelocks hypothesis has become a hotly debated topic in scientific circles. Actually, it was the prospect of a wind farm being built near his house in devon. James lovelock s bestselling the revenge of gaia why the earth is fighting back and how we can still save humanity is a dire warning against the unchecked growth of civiliz. The gaia hypothesis has since been supported by a number of scientific experiments20 and provided a number of useful. James ephraim lovelock, ch cbe frs born 26 july 1919 is an independent scientist, environmentalist, and futurist. When lovelock was relatively young and optimistic, his faith was strong and he saw gaia as a nurturing, protective mothergoddess. Should, however, you be seeking a scientific foundation for an apocalyptic, end of the humanrace novel, it would be just the ticket. The revenge of gaia, why the earth is fighting back and. Feb 26, 2009 james lovelock described his previous book, the revenge of gaia, as a wakeup call for humanity. Why the earth is fighting back and how we can still save humanity 1 by lovelock, james isbn.
More recently, professor lovelock published his new book, the revenge of gaia. He is best known for proposing the gaia hypothesis, which postulates that the earth functions as a selfregulating system. Consider it an illustrated guide to how the world works. Gaia was never really a hypothesis so much as a faith. We ignore james lovelocks apocalyptic vision of the future, the revenge of gaia, at our peril, says robin mckie. We feel that we belong here as if this planet were indeed our home. In an age where we are battling tooth and nail against climate change, this classic book takes us back to a time where the seed of. The biota and the biosphere taken together form a part but not all of gaia. The revenge of gaia by james lovelock boomerang books. The revenge of gaia by james lovelock penguin books. The revenge of gaia, james lovelock shop online for books.
James lovelock, environmental guru and creator of gaia theory, has a new book out. After postulating there was a force for life on earth, in which all biology participates gaia this system may fight back, or limit the species which threatens to overwhelm nature. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Earth will adjust to these stresses, but the human race faces a severe test. From the documentary series the sacred balance, produced by. In the revenge of gaia the most important book ever to be published on the environmental crisis lovelock applies gaia theory to climate. The revenge of gaia is a fascinating insight into the problems that face the entire world with regard to changes in world climate. May 21, 2014 james ephraim lovelock, is an independent scientist, environmentalist and futurist who lives in dorset, england. He was elected fellow of the royal society in 1974 and in 1990 was awarded the first amsterdam prize for the environment by the royal netherlands academy of arts and sciences. James lovelock is a visionary character, a colourful person and an independent scientific thinker and inventor. A biography of our living earth, first edition 1988, second edition 1995, 2000. Feb 11, 2006 the revenge of gaia by james lovelock allen lane. Gaia hypothesis the gaia hypothesis is an ecological hypothesis proposing that the biosphere and the physical components of the earth atmosphere, cryosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere are closely integrated to form a complex interacting system that maintains the climatic and biogeochemical conditions on earth in a preferred homeostasis. This short book, written at the age of eightysix after a lifetime engaged in the science of the earth, is his testament.
Some editions of the book have a different, less optimistic subtitle. Long ago the greeks, thinking this way, gave to the earth the name gaia or, for short, ge. In this exclusive extract from the revenge of gaia, radical environmental scientist james lovelock examines the myths that power our fear of nuclear reactors. Lovelock, crispin tickell foreword by in the revenge of gaia, bestselling author james lovelock father of climate studies and originator of the influential gaia theory which views the entire earth as a living metaorganismprovides a.
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James lovelock is the originator of gaia theory, on which he has written several books. Lovelock proposes radical theories that contrast markedly with traditional green thinking as well as forecasting in stark detail what may occur if action is not taken promptly. The book introduces the concept of the anticlaw hypothesis. He supports the association of environmentalists for nuclear energy efn. James lovelock and the gaia hypothesis new scientist. Stark though it was in many respects, in the vanishing face of gaia lovelock says that even though the weather seems cooler and pollution lessens as the recession bites, the environmental problems we will face in the twentyfirst century are even more terrifying than he previously realised. The revenge of gaia by lovelock james, first edition. Why the earth is fighting back and how we can still save humanity is a dire warning.
James lovelocks new book revenge of gaia metafilter. The revenge of gaia by james lovelock books the guardian. But according to james lovelock, the theorys originator, that organism is now sick. Nov 23, 2000 james lovelock is an independent scientist, inventor, and author. About james lovelock james lovelock originator of gaia. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read.
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He has written three books on the subject gaia a new look at life on earth, the ages of gaia and gaia the practical science of planetary medicine, as well as an autobiography, homage to gaia. There is more than one author in the goodreads database with this name. He has written several books on the subject, including gaia. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Why the earth is fighting back and how we can still save humanity kindle edition by lovelock, james. There is a classic short story by robert sheckley, the american sciencefiction author, which tells of a. A new look at life on earth, the ages of gaia and gaia. Meet the independent thinker who is never far from the intellectual fray degrees, awards and prizes. Buy the revenge of gaia penguin celebrations reprint by james lovelock isbn.
Read the revenge of gaia by james lovelock by james lovelock for free with a 30 day free trial. James lovelock, an eminent scientist and innovative thinker, is best known for his gaia hypothesis, named after the greek goddess of the earth. Apr 30, 2008 david suzuki talks with james lovelock about the origins of his gaia hypothesis, which suggests that the earth is one organism. Gaia theory tells us that the entire earth, including the atmosphere, oceans, biosphere and upper layers of rock functions as a single living superorganism.
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Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. In the revenge of gaia, bestselling author james lovelock father of climate studies and originator of the influential gaia theory which views the entire earth as a living metaorganismprovides a definitive look at our imminent global crisis. Gaia a new look at life on earth by james lovelock. James lovelock called his first proposal the gaia hypothesis. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Why the earth is fighting back and how we can still save humanity 2006 is a book by james lovelock. Lovelock explains that the initial formulation was based on observation, but still lacked a scientific explanation.
James lovelock, one of the giants of environmental thinking, argues passionately and poetically that, although global warming is now inevitable, we are not yet too late to save at least part of human civilization. James lovelock is in favor of the use of clean nuclear energy, respectful of the environment. A new look at life on earth 1979, the revenge of gaia 2006, the vanishing face of gaia 2009 and a rough ride to the. The book describes how the living earth may work, today, and in ages past, based on the latest research of lovelock and others. Just as the shell is part of the snail, so the rocks, the air, and the oceans are part of gaia. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about the revenge of gaia. A final warning is a prophetic message for mankind from one of the most influential scientists of our age. James lovelock will go down in history as the scientist who changed our view of the earth from a barren rock covered with a thin coating of life.
In the revenge of gaia, bestselling author james lovelock father of climate studies and originator of the influential gaia. James lovelock is an internationally recognized scientist, and one of the most promi. The revenge of gaia by james lovelock penguin books new. Lovelock proposes radical theories that contrast markedly with traditional green thinking as well as forecasting in stark detail what may occur if action is not taken. Gaia, as we shall see, has continuity with the past back to the origins of life, and in the future as long as life persists. It is running a fever born of increased atmospheric greenhouse gases.
In a new preface to this edition, he outlines his view of the present state of the debate. James lovelock, who was elected a fellow of the royal society in 1974, is the author of more than 200 scientific papers and the originator of the gaia hypothesis now gaia theory. There is a classic short story by robert sheckley, the american sciencefiction author, which tells of a group of settlers who land. Sir james lovelock, scientist and investigator, on his gloomiest climate change book so far. James lovelock is the author of more than 200 scientific papers and the originator of the gaia hypothesis now gaia theory. The revenge of gaia is a scientific book by esteemed scientist james lovelock which discusses the effect human activity is having on the planet and what if anything can be done to halt the damage we have already caused. The revenge of gaia by james lovelock world of books. Should, however, you be seeking a scientific foundation for an apocalyptic, endofthehumanrace novel, it would be just the ticket. Click download or read online button to get the revenge of gaia book now. A new look at life on earth, the ages of gaia and the vanishing face of gaia as well as an autobiography, homage to gaia. This is an edited extract from the revenge of gaia by james lovelock, published by allen lane price. Revenge of gaia by lovelock, james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In this disturbing new book, lovelock guides us toward a hard reality. Feb 22, 2007 james lovelock is the author of more than 200 scientific papers and the originator of the gaia hypothesis now gaia theory.
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James ephraim lovelock, ch, cbe, frs, is an independent scientist, author, researcher, environmentalist, and futurist who lives in devon, england. James lovelock s gaia theory, the idea that our planet is a living, selfregulating system, has transformed the way we see our planet and. The gaia hypothesis by michael ruse gets to the heart of the. The revenge of gaia summary by james lovelock overdrive. Access a free summary of the revenge of gaia, by james lovelock and 20,000 other business, leadership and nonfiction books on getabstract. The revenge of gaia, by james lovelock the independent. James lovelock, independent scientist, environmentalist, and futurist james lovelock is the originator of the gaia hypothesis now gaia theory. Gaias revenge is a metaphor for cause and effect operating on a planetary scale.
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