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The early history of our planet covers such vast stretches of time that years, centuries, and even millennia become virtually meaningless. Instead paleontologists and scientists who study geochronology divide time into periods and eras. The current view of science is that planet Earth is around 4.6 billion years old. The first four billion years of its development are known as the Precambrian period. For the first billion years or so, there was no life in Earth. Then the first single-celled life-forms, early bacteria and algae, began to emerge.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A collection of the best Miami Herald columns from the New York Times bestselling author of Squeeze Me on burning issues like animal welfare, polluted rivers, and the broken criminal justice system. If you think the wildest, wackiest stories that Carl Hiaasen can...

In the bustling cityscape of Ike Matthews era, rats were an undeniable presence. In this insightful volume, the seasoned rat catcher shares his expert techniques for effectively trapping and eradicating these pesky rodents, offering readers a glimpse into the world of pest control. - Summary by Carolin