Perils of a restless planet : scientific perspectives on natural disasters / Ernest Zebrowski, Jr.

Author/creator Zebrowski, Ernest
Format Book
Publication InfoCambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, ©1997.
Descriptionxi, 306 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Life on Earth's crust -- The evolution of science -- Hazards of shelter -- Death and life -- Restless seas -- Earth in upheaval -- Volcanoes and asteroid impacts -- Deadly winds -- Science and irreproducible phenomena.
Local noteLittle-304604--305131010110G
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 96037794
ISBN0521573742 (hardbound)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks GB5014 .Z43 1997 ✔ Available Place Hold