Is the Temperature Rising? The Uncertain Science of Global Warming

"S. George Philander ... writes with skill and cool reserve. Is the Temperature Rising? ... is a careful, step-by-step look at confusing data and clarifying science. He is literate, quoting Shelley, Coleridge, and Eliot. And he is reasonably sure we are digging our own grave, though he says so with such understatement that it is easy to overlook the doom and gloom."--William J. Broad, The New York Times Book Review "[The author] guides us through this learning experience with grace, wit, and clarity... Dr. Philander has tried to help us gain ... appreciation [for how significantly human activity is changing atmospheric chemistry] ... and he succeeds."--Robert C. Cowen, Christian Science Monitor "The author explains complex scientific concepts in a precise language and with delightful illustrations... The book is a pleasure to read."--Hans von Storch, Nature "In Is the Temperature Rising?, S. George Philander examines the question historically, meteorologically, chemically and every other way. At the end of the well-written survey, you will know every detail of the subject..."--New Scientist "Ought to be required reading for every eco-preacher."--John Emsley, Times Literary Supplement "A book that can be easily understood by policymakers and scientists, but yet does not sacrifice any detail in background and process is most welcome. Philander may be the first author to write such a comprehensive book ... Indeed, the author deserves immense credit for such a skillful presentation."--Geerat J. Vermeij, The Quarterly Review of Biology