GREENSBORO, N.C., Aug. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Author and retired clinical professor and cardiologist Dr. Bruce Brodie has released "Why Are We Here?: The Story of Origin, Evolution, and Future of Life on Our Planet," a comprehensive, digestible guide on the origin and evolution of life on Earth. Covering the full scope of Earth's natural history from the Big Bang to the development of complex intelligent life, the book provides a fresh and unique perspective of humans' place in an infinite and expanding universe.
After retiring from a busy cardiology practice, Dr. Brodie set out on a journey to discover the meaning of human existence. Drawing from his general science and biochemistry background, Dr. Brodie positions himself as a reporter and scientific writer with the goal of answering some of life's most pressing existential questions in a manner that is understandable, educational and entertaining.
"About seven years ago, I set out on a journey to write this book in hopes of furthering my own comprehension of how we got here, why we're here, what our place is in the world, and what the future of our species looks like," said Dr. Brodie. "My goal is to provide an understanding of our evolutionary past and a lasting sense of wonder at the amazing mystery of life and our universe."
Dr. Brodie also explains how cultural and technological innovations have reshaped and accelerated evolution, examining the impact of human advancement and how it's led to various environmental and existential threats posed to human existence. Through his analysis of Earth's evolutionary past, he creates possible scenarios for the future of life on Earth.
"'Why Are We Here' is a truly remarkable synthesis of biological, anthropological, astronomical, geological, and medical information about the development of life and the future of humanity. Dr. Brodie explains for the informed layman how life evolved on this remarkable planet, and he challenges the reader to make sure that this process continues in spite of global warming, military conflict, and technological threats," said Amazon reviewer William Cole.
Written for readers of all educational backgrounds and levels of scientific expertise, "Why Are We Here?" is an easy-to-read, informative guide on human evolution, from the origin to the future of life on Earth.
"Why Are We Here?: The Story of Origin, Evolution, and Future of Life on Our Planet"
By Bruce Brodie
ISBN: 9781532048548 (softcover); 9781532067976 (electronic)
Available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble and the iUniverse Online Bookstore
About the author
Dr. Bruce Brodie is a retired clinical professor of medicine at the University of North Carolina and co-founder and past chairman of the LeBauer-Brodie Center for Cardiovascular Research and Education at Cone Health in Greensboro, North Carolina. He has been a leader in research in the treatment of heart attacks and has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed manuscripts in leading cardiology and medical journals. He has devoted the last six years to researching, studying and exploring the origins and evolution of life on our planet. To learn more, please visit brucerogersbrodie.com.
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