Earth's Amphibious Transformation: The History and Present of the Ocea

Earth's Amphibious Transformation: The History and Present of the Ocean, Volume 1, provides a comprehensive history of the oceanic Anthropocene. Author Stefan Huebner examines the twentieth-century expansion of human habitats into oceanic spaces, focusing on the development of artificial islands and floating structures. This work of world history analyzes how these seabed-fixed installations granted vertical access to various spatial layers, ranging from deep-sea fossil fuels to outer space.

The text explores the political, economic, and environmental factors that shaped this amphibious transformation. By comparing oceanic changes with land-based development, the author evaluates the resulting environmental degradation and socioeconomic shifts. This historical study offers critical insights into globalization, urbanization, and the future of floating cities. It further addresses the complex relationship between human-marine species interactions and the ongoing challenges of climate change and sea level rise.