Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks

Ani Dee

Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Pinky
Published
12 August 2024
Pages
190
ISBN
9798227698056

Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks

Ani Dee

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Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks breathes life into the seemingly silent world of rocks, offering readers a captivating exploration through first-person narratives. This unique book transforms ordinary rocks into vibrant storytellers, revealing their ancient origins and their significant roles in shaping Earth's history and human civilization.

Each chapter presents a rock's personal journey, from its formation and transformation to its impact on the environment and society. Readers will meet Igneous rocks like Granite and Basalt, born from fiery volcanic activity, and Sedimentary rocks like Sandstone and Shale, crafted from sediments over millennia. Metamorphic rocks such as Marble and Schist reveal their fascinating evolution under pressure and heat.

Through these lifeful stories, the book not only explains the geological processes behind rock formation but also highlights their broader significance. From monumental architecture to everyday tools, rocks have influenced human development in profound ways. Their presence in landscapes, from towering mountains to serene valleys, underscores their importance in environmental and cultural contexts.

Lifeful Stories of Lifeless Rocks aims to engage readers with a fresh perspective on geology, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging. By personifying rocks, the book invites readers to appreciate the dynamic processes that shape our planet and the enduring connections between nature and human history. It's a journey into the heart of Earth's past, seen through the eyes of the rocks that have witnessed it all.

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