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Underground: A Human History of the Worlds Beneath Our Feet
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Voyaging through Earth's captivating subterranean mysteries.
Will Hunt's "Underground" is an enchanting invitation to delve into the heart of our planet. Through Hunt's eyes, you'll gain a deep appreciation for the shadowy, unseen world that lies beneath our feet. It's a rare narrative that combines rich mythology, rigorous science, and personal adventure to illuminate the underpinnings of human fascination with the subterranean. If you're drawn to the enigmatic and unseen, this book will lead you through a profound journey into the literal and metaphorical depths of Earth.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780812986594
Authors:
Will Hunt
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
Date of Publication: 2020-04-28
Format: Paperback
Related Topics:
Travelogue,
Memoir,
Popular Science,
History,
World History,
Anthropology,
Microhistory
Goodreads rating: 3.8
(rated by 2508 readers)
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Voyaging through Earth's captivating subterranean mysteries.
Will Hunt's "Underground" is an enchanting invitation to delve into the heart of our planet. Through Hunt's eyes, you'll gain a deep appreciation for the shadowy, unseen world that lies beneath our feet. It's a rare narrative that combines rich mythology, rigorous science, and personal adventure to illuminate the underpinnings of human fascination with the subterranean. If you're drawn to the enigmatic and unseen, this book will lead you through a profound journey into the literal and metaphorical depths of Earth.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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