Volcanoes
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The second edition of Volcanoes discusses the impact of volcanic eruptions on the Earth's environment-a cause of debate and extensive research by leading academics worldwide. Featuring excellent illustrations, the text includes a new chapter on volcanic hazards, which looks at complex scientific and sociological issues surrounding risk mitigation. In addition, it provides updated information on new eruptions, research findings, and planetary studies while preserving the strengths of the first edition-accessibility, clarity, and wit. Volcanoes, 2/e is ideal for undergraduate courses in geology, earth science, geography, environmental science and planetary science.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0199254699
ISBN13:9780199254699
Release Date:December 2003
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Length:536 Pages
Weight:2.65 lbs.
Dimensions:1.1" x 7.3" x 9.9"
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Earth Sciences Earthquakes & Volcanoes Education & Reference Engineering Environment Environmental Science Environmental Studies Geography Geology Language Arts Linguistics Nature Nature & Ecology Science Science & Math Science & Scientists Science & Technology Seismology Social Science Social Sciences Volcanology Words, Language & GrammarCustomer Reviews
3 ratings
Excellent review of eruptions and explanation of physical basis of volcanism
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This the very interestingly writen book, in which physical backgrounds of the volcanic phenomena are explained very accessibly. Particularly interesting are vivid descriptions of several, the most known, explosve eruptions and explanations of the physical bases of pyrocalstic currents. The book contains numerous fascinating photographs, well illustrating the described events. It would be advantageous if they were published in colour.
A marvelous work on volcanology.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This reaches the high end of trade works on the subject, and I suggest that some exposure to the sciences, particulary physical geology, is probably appropriate before tackling this book. Having so stated, I believe this is one of the best books I have ever read on volcanoes. The author is a person of considerable dry wit and humour, and has achieved a masterpiece by making the subject readily understandable through excellent draftsmanship. The photographs closely follow the text, and are unusually helpful. I was particularly impressed by the fine work on the emerging science of pyroclastic flows; that most dangerous of volcanic phenomena. Notwithstanding the fact that this book is some 7 years old, the text is remarkably current, and a must for anyone interested in pyroclastic flows and their perils. Although the author indicates otherwise in his preface, I really believe this book would be very useful as a collegiate text on the subject of volcanology. Obiously, I recommend the book very highly to all.
Still the best book on volcanoes
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Though I read quite a number of books on volcanism, I'd say, this is certainly the best (hard to believe, it is already 7 years old! and still mostly up-to-date). It covers virtually all important topics in a very clear way and should be understandable not only to the specialist but also to the educated layman. It contains certainly the best review of extraterrestrial volcanism I have read so far, though there are books specifically dedicated to that topic. 5 stars galore!
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