A clear and engaging introduction to the story of our planet, this book explores how Earth was formed, how it works, and how it continues to change. Science writer and former BBC broadcaster Martin Redfern draws on geology, climatology, and planetary science to explain plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, oceans, atmosphere, and the deep history recorded in rocks. He also considers the forces that shape climate and the conditions that make Earth habitable. Written for general readers, it combines accessible explanations with up-to-date scientific insight, making complex processes understandable without oversimplifying them. An excellent choice for anyone curious about the dynamic systems beneath our feet and the long history of the world we inhabit.