Introduction to Modern Climate Change

Introduction to Modern Climate Change (3rd Edition) by Andrew E. Dessler is an academic textbook published by Cambridge University Press that focuses on anthropogenic climate change. Developed for science students and non-science majors, the text aims to prepare readers to participate in public policy discussions regarding the climate crisis.

The foundational scientific coverage centers on key atmospheric mechanisms. The material explains radiative forcing, climate feedbacks, and the carbon cycle to clarify how physical processes influence global environments.

Dessler presents these underlying physical concepts using basic physics and algebra. This approach provides learners across different academic backgrounds with a clear, quantitative foundation.