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Great Disasters - Hurricanes
Professor David E Fisher
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, July 18, 2003)Originating in warm tropical waters and veering as far north as New England, hurricanes are among nature's most powerful and destructive forces. Contributors to this anthology draw on science, history, oral narratives, and sociology as they examine various aspects of these often unpredictable and disastrous storms.
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Disasters
Tim Healey
Unknown Binding (Silver Burdett Co, Jan. 1, 1978)None
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Great Disasters - Volcanoes
Nancy Harris
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, March 19, 2003)Volcanoes have been erupting since the beginning of the Earth's formation. They have captured humankind's attention with their awesome power and beauty. This anthology covers the science and study of volcanoes, some of the major volcanic disasters, and some of what has been and is being developed to avert potential catastrophe.
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Great Disasters - Hurricanes
David E. Fisher, Mary E. Williams
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, July 18, 2003)Originating in warm tropical waters and veering as far north as New England, hurricanes are among nature's most powerful and destructive forces. Contributors to this anthology draw on science, history, oral narratives, and sociology as they examine various aspects of these often unpredictable and disastrous storms.
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Great Disasters - Earthquakes
Nancy Harris
Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, March 12, 2003)Tens of thousands of earthquakes occur every year throughout the world. While most of these are barely perceptible, occasionally one becomes infamous because of its toll on human lives. These major quakes are the strongest and most destructive forces on the Earth.
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Disasters
Lisa Regan
Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Dec. 15, 2019)From earthquakes and tsunamis to hurricanes and meteorites, disasters are an unfortunate but inevitable part of life on Earth. However, learning the science and facts behind these disasters can help readers be prepared and understand them. Readers will learn key safety tips such as not showering during a lightning storm. They'll gain knowledge on how and why natural disasters happen. Age-appropriate text and colorful photographs support a deeper understanding of important parts of the elementary science curriculum and help to engage readers of many levels.
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Great Disasters
Valerie M. Nott
Hardcover (Franklin Watts Ltd, June 15, 1995)None
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Great Disasters
David Keller
Paperback (Camelot, March 15, 1990)None
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Great Nappy Disaster
Tony Bradman, Susan Winter
Hardcover (Picture Lions, Nov. 2, 1998)None
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Great Disasters....- Love Canal
Jennifer Bond Reed
Hardcover (Chelsea House, March 15, 2002)None
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Disasters
Diane Andrews Henningfeld
eBook (Greenhaven Press, Jan. 31, 2014)This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; This title examines the causes of disasters; the relationship between disasters, social issues, and politics; disaster preparedness; and responses to and aftermath of disasters.; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions selected from a diverse range of international sources, including journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, speeches, government documents, organization newsletters, and position papers. These books contain an annotated table of contents; locator maps, to help readers place countries or areas covered in the essays; “for further discussion” questions; a worldwide list of organizations to contact; bibliographies of books and periodicals; and a subject index.