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http://www.pgdp.net  a"Festländer und Meere im Wechsel der Zeiten" by Wilhelm Bölsche is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the relationship between land and water on Earth, examining how geological and climatic changes have influenced the distribution of continents and oceans over time. The author delves into the historical fears and myths surrounding floods and the stability of landmasses, aiming to present a scientific understanding of these phenomena.  The opening of the text introduces the fundamental idea that humanity exists at the intersection of land and water, emphasizing the duality and interconnectedness of these elements in influencing human life and culture. Bölsche reflects on the impact of water on the physical and cultural development of human societies, mentioning ancient flood myths from various cultures while contrasting them with geological evidence. He begins the argument that while myths often convey experiences of local floods, they fail to accurately represent the geological history of Earth's vast changes over millennia. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of these themes and prepares the reader for a scientific discourse on the history and evolution of the Earth's surface. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aEarth (Planet)  aGeophysics40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56239  c97070d97070