Lovelock, J. E

Explains and describes the theory of Gaia, the proposal that the Earth and life upon it have evolved together in a linked process and are self-regulating--a living force in and of themselves.

Explains the Gaia theory that the Earth functions as a single organism; explores how global warming threatens the way the planet regulates its internal environment; and predicts what the climate will be like in the future.

Offers a new scientific synthesis in harmony with the Greek conception of the Earth as a living whole, as Gaia.