Science. This book is straight, tight with author inscription on 2nd free end paper. The author is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Geological and Environmental Science at the University of South Carolina. It is filled with superlative illustrations and is divided into two parts: Origins and Evolutions and Man's Impact on His Environment. An excellent book on this subject for students and laymen alike. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit environmental restoration and education.

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Title: The Way the World Works: As Partially Figured Out by
Publisher: Xlibris, U.S.A.
Publication Date: 2013
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1483616231
ISBN 13: 9781483616230
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Dust Jacket Condition: Fine
Signed: Inscribed by Author(s)

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John R Carpenter is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Geological and Environmental Science at the University of South Carolina - Columbia. He is married to Charlene (Charlie) Carpenter. They live in Ballentine, SC, and are members of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church in Chapin, SC. John and Charlie have three grown children and seven grandchildren. In addition to writing, John enjoys recycling old barn wood into his "Rustic Creations" furniture, playing golf, enjoying grandchildren and traveling

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Stillwaters is an environmental education center in Kingston WA, operated by the Great Peninsula Conservancy. All book sales directly support community and school-based nature education, as well as preservation and restoration projects.

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Stillwaters Environmental Education Center
26059 Barber Cut Off Road NE, Kingston, WA, 98346, U.S.A.

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