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Why the Earth Quakes Matthys Levy

Why the Earth Quakes By Matthys Levy

Why the Earth Quakes by Matthys Levy


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This work provides an account of the history of the understanding of geologic disturbances, exploring topics such as the nature of earthquakes and volcanoes, prediction and protective measures. Examples presented include Lisbon, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Alaska, Krakatau and Kobe.

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Why the Earth Quakes: The Story of Earthquakes and Volcanoes by Matthys Levy

This work provides an account of the history - ranging from the Earth's beginnings to recent developments in seismic technology - of the understanding of earthquakes. It explores the nature of earthquakes and volcanoes, the prediction of their behaviour and an up-to-date description of the measures that can taken to provide protection from them. The stories of some of the worst natural disasters are described, including Lisbon, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Alaska, Vesuvius, Krakatau, Mount St Helens and Kobe.

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CIN0393037746G
9780393037746
0393037746
Why the Earth Quakes: The Story of Earthquakes and Volcanoes by Matthys Levy
Used - Good
Hardback
WW Norton & Co
19951017
224
N/A
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