The Story of CO2 Is the Story of Everything by Peter Brannen is a sweeping work of popular science that traces the history of carbon dioxide and its profound role in shaping life on Earth. From ancient climates to mass extinctions and the rise of our modern world, the book connects deep-time geology with today’s urgent climate questions.
Brannen blends science, history, and vivid storytelling to show how one invisible gas has influenced oceans, forests, animals, and human civilization. Readers who enjoy big-picture science writing will find a thought-provoking exploration of planetary change, deep time, and the delicate systems that sustain life.
