Chicxulub: The Impact and Tsunami

Discover the fascinating tale of the Chicxulub impact in "Chicxulub: The Impact and Tsunami" by David Shonting. This compelling book, published by Springer International Publishing AG in 2018, delves into the catastrophic collision of a colossal 10 km asteroid with the ancient Gulf of Mexico, an event that occurred 65.5 million years ago. With 124 pages of insightful analysis, Shonting explores the profound aftermath of this monumental impact, which triggered significant global climate changes, including a devastating "Nuclear Winter" followed by blistering greenhouse warming. This softcover reprint of the original 1st edition from 2017 is a must-read for anyone interested in Earth’s history and the events that shaped our planet. Uncover the science behind one of history's most significant events and its lasting effects on life on Earth.