Weird Earth: Uncovering the Truth Behind Strange Planet Myths

We live on a planet that is full of strange and wonderful things. But there are also a lot of myths and misconceptions about our planet that can be difficult to separate from the truth. In his new book, Weird Earth, Donald R. Prothero debunks some of the strangest and most enduring myths about our planet, including:

Weird Earth: Debunking Strange Ideas About Our Planet

by Donald R. Prothero

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• The Earth is flat. This is one of the oldest and most persistent myths about our planet. But it's simply not true. The Earth is a sphere, and there is a wealth of scientific evidence to support this fact.
• There is a secret underground civilization. This is a popular myth that has been featured in countless books and movies. But there is no evidence to support the existence of a secret underground civilization. In fact, the Earth's crust is only about 30 miles thick, and there is no room for a large underground civilization to exist.
• The Earth is hollow. This is another popular myth that has been around for centuries. But it's simply not true. The Earth is a solid planet, and there is no evidence to support the idea that it is hollow.
• The Earth is moving faster and faster. This is a relatively new myth that has been popularized by the internet. But it's not true. The Earth's rotation is actually slowing down, not speeding up.

These are just a few of the many myths that Prothero debunks in Weird Earth. He does so with wit and scientific rigor, and he provides a wealth of evidence to support his claims. Weird Earth is a fascinating and informative book that will challenge your beliefs about our planet.

If you're interested in learning more about the strange and wonderful planet we live on, then I highly recommend reading Weird Earth. It's a book that will open your eyes to the truth about our planet and will leave you with a newfound appreciation for its beauty and complexity.

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About the Author

Donald R. Prothero is a professor of geology at California Institute of Technology. He is the author of over 30 books, including The Story of Life, Evolution: What the Fossils Say and Why it Matters, and Why Evolution Is True. He is a frequent contributor to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and National Geographic.

Weird Earth: Debunking Strange Ideas About Our Planet

by Donald R. Prothero

4.4 out of 5

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