Revisiting the most important topic of our time.The rapid warming of the Earth's climate has been a concern for decades. Though many of us understand that temperatures will—on average—rise, the science and the resulting social, economic, and political implications of such a change are far-reaching and complex. This new edition has been completely overhauled, synthesizing the latest information into an easy-to-read reference that provides a fair assessment of climate change, its costs, and even its short-term benefits.? Covers the newest science and issues surrounding global warming? Written by a seasoned science/nature journalist