The Many Lives of James Lovelock

Science, Secrets and Gaia Theory

(Author) Jonathan Watts
Format: Paperback
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A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK'Splendid' GUARDIAN'Utterly fascinating' ROBERT MACFARLANE'A scientific life as dissonant as it was remarkable' FINANCIAL TIMESDrawing together the many influences which shaped his life and thinking, The Many Lives of James Lovelock is a unique biography of one of the most important scientists of the modern age and the father of Gaia Theory. Based on over eighty hours of interviews with Lovelock and unprecedented access to his personal papers and scientific archive, Jonathan Watts has written a definitive and revelatory biography of a fascinating, sometimes contradictory man.

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Publisher:
Canongate Books
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781837260874
Publish year:
2025
Publish date:
Sept. 11, 2025

Jonathan Watts

Jonathan Watts is a British journalist and author known for his extensive reporting on environmental issues and climate change. He has written for The Guardian and The Observer and has covered a wide range of topics including deforestation, pollution, and sustainability. Watts is the author of "When a Billion Chinese Jump: How China Will Save Mankind – Or Destroy It," a critically acclaimed book that explores the environmental challenges facing China and the world. His writing style is characterized by in-depth research, insightful analysis, and a compelling narrative that engages readers on complex issues. Watts' contributions to literature have shed light on the urgent need for global action to address the climate crisis and have inspired readers to take action to protect the planet.

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