The book ""The Earth and Its Cycles"" by E. W. Preston is a detailed comparison between the findings of modern geological and archaeological research and the teachings of the Secret Doctrine. The author explores the various cycles of the Earth, including the geological, astronomical, and biological cycles, and how they have influenced the evolution of life on our planet. Preston delves into the history of the Earth, examining the various epochs and periods in which different geological and biological events occurred. He also discusses the impact of cosmic forces such as meteorites and comets on the planet's development. The author draws upon the teachings of the Secret Doctrine, a spiritual philosophy that emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things, to provide a deeper understanding of the Earth's cycles. He explores the concept of karma, the law of cause and effect, and how it applies to the evolution of the Earth and its inhabitants. Overall, ""The Earth and Its Cycles"" provides a unique perspective on the history and evolution of our planet, combining scientific research with spiritual teachings to offer a comprehensive understanding of the Earth's cycles and their significance.1931. The author's aim is to first state as clearly and fairly as possible the opinion held by leading modern Geologists in regard to the history of Earth, and then to see how far these confirm or conflict with the statements of occult science. Contents: Occult and Scientific Chronology; The Azoic and Archeozoic Eras. The First Round; The Proterozoic Era. The Second Round; The Paleozoic and Mesozoic Era. The Third Round; The Cenozoic Era. The Fourth Round; The Eocene Period. The First Root Race; The Oligocene Period. The Second Root Race; The Miocene Period. The Continent of Lemuria; The Early Pliocene Period. The Third Root Race; The Later Pliocene and the Early Pleistocene Periods. Atlantis and the Fourth Root Race; The Later Pleistocene Period. The Aryan Race; and Glimpses of Aryan Civilisations after the Flood.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.