Pp. xvii, 588, numerous text-figures and photos. Publisher’s color decorated boards (hardbound), lg 8vo. The volume presents papers presented at the May 1984 Barnard College conference honoring Rhodes Fairbridge on his 70th birthday. At the meeting, 80 specialists from 12 countries discussed various aspects of the Earth’s climate. There are 26 separate chapters on all aspects of climate history. A rare work especially in this perfect condition.