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Pompeii was one of most advanced cities of its time; it had a complex water system, gymnasium, and an amphitheater. Despite it's advancements, there was one thing it wasn't ready for: Mount Vesuvius-the volcano that led to its ultimate doom.
The 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius was one of the worst disasters in all of European history. In a near instant, over 15,000 people were dead and a city was completely destroyed.
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Unleashed by ancient geologic forces, a magnitude 8.25 earthquake rocked San Francisco in the early hours of April 18, 1906. Less than a minute later, the city lay in ruins. Bestselling author Simon Winchester brings his inimitable storytelling abilities to this extraordinary event, exploring the legendary earthquake and fires that spread horror across San Francisco and northern California in 1906 as well as its startling impact on American history...
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You don't have to take a trip to the thermal pools of Iceland or the black beaches of Hawaii to discover what's so hot about volcanoes. Warm up instead with a copy of What's So Hot About Volcanoes?, a new book by volcanologist Wendell Duffield. Lively discussions introduce readers of all ages to the creative power of volcanoes, explaining the reasons behind where they form, what they look like, and when they explode. Think of a volcano as a safety...
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Want to Teach Your Kids the Names of Things found in Nature in Arabic?Wonder How They're Pronounced?Enhance your learning experience with our complimentary audio recordings. Follow the link in the book to not only read but also listen and familiarize yourself with authentic Arabic pronunciation.Delight in learning Arabic with our vivid picture book!Key Features of the Book: Arabic Names for Things found in Nature.Vibrant Illustrations of Each Thing...
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In 1993, Stanley Williams, an eminent volcanologist, was standing on top of a Colombian volcano called Galeras when it erupted, killing six of his colleagues instantly. As Williams tried to escape the blast, he was pelted with white-hot projectiles traveling faster than bullets. Within seconds he was cut down, his skull fractured, his right leg almost severed, his backpack aflame. Williams lay helpless and near death on Galeras's flank until two brave...
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On the night of 29 September 1969 an earthquake, registering a magnitude of 6.3 on the Richter's scale hit the small picturesque town of Tulbagh in the Western Cape, South Africa. In an area that is not prone to earthquakes, the ground shook, tore and left a prominent scar. A scar that was running unbroken through the town and leading right up to the church, where it stopped, leaving the worship building unharmed.
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Emily Windsnap volume 7
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Emily is headed to a tropical island for a relaxing vacation with friends and family. And this time, Emily promises her best friend, Shona, there will be absolutely no adventure just plenty of fun. But somehow excitement always seems to find Emily, and before she knows it, she ends up on the other side of a powerful waterfall on a forgotten island no one else can get to.
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On the 11th March 2011, a massive earthquake hit the Pacific Ocean near to North-Eastern Japan. Soon afterwards, a devestating tsunami followed. This quick-read guide written by Paul Andrews gives the reader an overview an explanation of the events in easy-to-understand plain English. With sections including the nuclear crisis, the effect of the disaster on Japan's - and the global - economy, and information about what causes an earthquake and a tsunami,...
49) Volcanoes
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As part of the unique, science Know-It-Alls! Series that features stunning covers and engaging text, this book puts the spotlight on Volcanoes! Did you know that scientists that study volcanoes are called volcanologists? Learn about the three main types of volcanoes: cinder cone, shield volcanoes and composite volcanoes. Awesome life-like illustrations and informative stat boxes, filled with interesting facts, make this 24-page book fun and exciting...
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Readers will discover the science behind volcanic eruptions and learn, how first responders aid in the coping, healing, and rebuilding of the affected communities post-disaster. Focused on 21st Century content, the SEL- (social-emotional learning) and inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, bibliography, and sidebars. Glossary of key...
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The facts about natural disasters are so big and devastating they could make your head explode! You hear about huge costs (like the $360,000,000,000 in damage caused by the 2011 tsunami in Japan), huge speeds (the fastest-moving tsunami waves have been recorded at 500 miles per hour), and even huger mysteries (where, exactly, the danger zones are for natural disasters). How can all these big numbers and concepts make more sense? Infographics! The...
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Inspired by the logs and adventures of Juliet Fish Nichols, a female lightkeeper who kept the light shining through the fog following the 1906 San Francisco earthquake,
Juliet Fish Nichols is the lightkeeper on Angel Island in the San Francisco Bay Area and her job is to keep the light shining and the fog bell ringing, even when there is an earthquake. Inspired by her logs, includes biographical and historical notes.
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Earthquakes can leave people and property in bad shape. At times, they can be deadly. Find out about the science of studying earthquakes and the men and women who track the movements of the ground below us. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge...
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On January 14, 1993, a team of scientists descended into the crater of Galeras, a restless Andean volcano in southern Colombia, for a day of field research. As the group slowly moved across the rocky moonscape of the caldera near the heart of the volcano, Galeras erupted, its crater exploding in a barrage of burning rocks and glowing shrapnel. Nine men died instantly, their bodies torn apart by the blast.
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La presente obra tiene como objetivo plantear, desde una perspectiva académica multidisciplinaria, los efectos y retos derivados del sismo del 19 de septiembre de 2017 en Ciudad de México, así como generar una agenda estratégica de recomendaciones que sean de utilidad tanto para las autoridades como para la ciudadanía. Para ello, nos hemos guiado a partir de los comendatarios y las recomendaciones planteadas por los 32 investigadores que participaron...
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At 5:12 am on Wednesday, April 18, 1906 a massive earthquake hit the city of San Francisco, causing the greatest loss of life from a natural disaster in the history of the state of California. This is a contemporary account of the earthquake, which also compares the devastation to other earthquakes and volcanic eruptions throughout history.
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In Time of Emergency: A Citizen's Handbook on Nuclear Attack, Natural Disasters provides individuals and families with information on what can and should be, done to enhance survival in the event of a natural or manmade disaster. Chapters cover: general guidance, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, winter storms, earthquakes, tidal waves, nuclear power plant accidents, fire, and nuclear attack. Illustrated.
59) The Big One
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The Big One, the great Earthquake everyone expects, finally hits California. This is a detailed account of how the legendary Big One will change the lives of people in Los Angeles and neighboring Southern California. Based upon real world facts, every chapter begins with the historical and scientific basis for the thrilling story of this riveting novel. The death, destruction and horror of the great quake are intermixed with the hope and fortitude...
60) ¡Volcanes!
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Como parte de la ciencia única, la serie Know-It-Alls! Cuenta con impresionantes portadas y texto atractivo, ¡este libro pone el enfoque en los volcanes! ¿Sabías que los científicos que estudian los volcanes se llaman volcanólogos? Conoce los tres tipos principales de volcanes: cono de ceniza, volcanes escudo y volcanes compuestos. Las ilustraciones increíbles realísticas y las cajas informativas de estadística, llenas con datos interesantes,...