Climate and Time in Their Geological Relations A Theory of Secular Changes of the Earth's Climate

"Climate and Time in Their Geological Relations" by James Croll is a scientific book from the 1800's that studies the ways Earth's climate has changed over long periods of time, and how this relates to things like ice ages and where plants and animals live. Croll uses facts and physics to back up his ideas, avoiding made-up situations. He explains that climate is a powerful force that shapes the Earth, and that changes in climate aren't just due to big, sudden geological events. He believes these climate changes are mostly caused by things happening in space, and that ocean currents are very important for moving heat around the world. He then examines how these climate factors have impacted the geological history of Earth across many ages.