Casper, Julie Kerr

Describes global warming cycles by focusing on past climate changes which put planet Earth in and out of ice ages. Contrasts natural cycles with today's global warming and points out the physical factors which shape earth's climate today.

Discusses the future of air quality and how pollutants impact it. Looks at the issue from a global perspective for readers from ninth grade through the twelfth.

Contains data on the scientific framework of earth's complex climate system. Describes the interaction of the atmosphere, land, and oceans along with the greenhouse effect. Also offers examples and statistics, figures, case studies, and sidebars giving evidence for the enormity of global warming issues.

Details the various threats contributing to global warming on Earth and outlines the steps being taken to manage the climate for the future, from cutting back on carbon emissions to developing environmentally-friendly technologies.

Provides information about the effects of global warming on ecosystems and preservation issues. Discusses the impact on forests, grasslands, arctic and antarctic ecosystems, as well as desert, mountain, and marine ecosystems. Offers suggestions about what we need to do to help prevent this disaster. Provides photographs, maps, charts, a chronology, glossary, an index, and includes sources for additional information.