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Cameron Walker is a writer based on California's Central Coast. She works on features and essays (and some fiction on the side), with a focus on science, nature and curiosities in and around the Pacific. Cameron's work has won awards from the American Society of Journalists & Authors, and from the American Institute of Physics. In 2019, she won the Tamaqua Award from Hidden River Arts Press for her essay collection, Points of Light. Cameron is a part of Scilance, a group of science writers who have been together since 2005. She also writes regularly for the science blog The Last Word On Nothing.

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**Journey into the four elemental forces that have shaped our world and define our future – perfect for curious young readers.  
 
Earth, Wind, Fire, Water blends science, history and culture in an accessible and awe inspiring exploration of how these ancient forces connect every part of life on Earth. 
 
As you move from Earth to Wind to Fire to Water, you’ll explore:  

• Earth: dig deep into geology, fossils, minerals and the treasures beneath our feet, from soil health and the nitrogen cycle to the building blocks of life. 
• Wind: discover the secrets of our atmosphere from the gases that sustain us to the layers of air above our heads and the global weather systems that create clouds, storms and lightning. 
• Fire: journey to the Earth’s fiery core and the sun’s life giving heat, uncovering how fire forged landscapes and transformed human civilisation. 
• Water: follow the miraculous water cycle, the moon driven tides, the power of glaciers, and the vast diversity of rivers, seas, and oceans that make Earth habitable. 
  Every page is brought to life by captivating illustrations and compelling facts that reveal the power of our natural world. The cover is complete with gorgeous foil finishes, perfect for gifting to curious children.
   
  This is an inspiring call for future generations to understand the elements that sustain us and to protect the planet we all share.