Uncovering the secrets of the Earth's magnetic field
- The Earth's magnetic field – as important as the air we breathe
- A uniquely entertaining book about our Earth's protective shield
The Earth's magnetic field surrounds us like a powerful, invisible protective shield. It ensures that migratory birds find their way, compass needles point in the right direction and satellites send data unimpeded by space weather. Without the magnetic field, life on Earth would not be possible. Science journalist Anke Wilde delves deep into the hidden world between heaven and earth in her book. She explores the question of "what holds the world together at its outer limits" in a relaxed manner, drawing on her expert knowledge and offering surprising insights in a uniquely entertaining way.
The author Anke Wilde is a freelance journalist with a passion for natural sciences. She reports on topics from the fields of geosciences, molecular biology and the history of science.
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