From Greenhouse to Icehouse

Discover the pivotal climatic shift that occurred 34 million years ago with From Greenhouse to Icehouse by Elizabeth Nesbitt, published by Columbia University Press in 2003. This comprehensive volume, spanning 560 pages, delves into the marine Eocene-Oligocene transition, a crucial moment when the warm, biodiverse 'greenhouse' world of the early Eocene transformed into the glacial 'icehouse' conditions of the early Oligocene.

Nesbitt expertly surveys the latest advancements in stratigraphic and paleontological research, providing readers with a deeper understanding of this significant period in Earth's climatic history. Ideal for enthusiasts of environmental science, geology, and paleobiology, this hardback edition serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the evolution of marine life and the Earth's changing climate. Explore the fascinating interplay between geological events and marine ecosystems in this insightful exploration of our planet's past.