Catastrophes!: earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other earth-shattering disasters
Donald R. Prothero • Johns Hopkins University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0801896927
Catastrophes!: earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, and other earth-shattering disasters
Donald R. Prothero • Johns Hopkins University Press
ISBN-10: 0801896924 · ISBN-13: 978‑0801896927 · 2011
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Donald R. Prothero provides a comprehensive scientific examination of the geological and meteorological forces that shape our planet through catastrophic events. The text synthesizes historical data and physical evidence to explain the mechanics behind earthquakes, tsunamis, and tornadoes, offering a detailed look at how these natural phenomena impact the Earth's surface and human civilization.
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