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  • The Worst Tornadoes of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    As rain beats down and lightning flashes across the sky, a siren blares loudly in the distance. A tornado! With winds reaching 300 miles per hour, tornadoes leave trails of destruction in their paths. From Bangladesh to Tornado Alley, the wrath of the worst twisters has been felt all over the world.
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  • The Worst Hurricanes of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Powerful gusts and heavy rains starting in the ocean can mean only one thing: hurricane! The storm’s forceful winds can uproot trees and send cars flitting through the air. From Hurricane Katrina to the Great Hurricane of 1780, stand up to the storm surges and read about the worst hurricanes in history.
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  • The Worst Earthquakes of All Time

    Mary L. Englar, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    A slight tremble shakes the room. Suddenly, a violent force rocks the house's foundation as a crack runs down the street. Earthquake! The shattering effects of these natural disasters have wreaked havoc on people around the world. From Chile to China, stand your ground and explore the worst earthquakes in history.
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  • The Worst Volcanic Eruptions of All Time

    Suzanne Garbe, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    With a violent explosion, a volcano erupts, endangering all life within miles. Ash clouds the sky and red-hot lava slides across the ground. From Mount Vesuvius to the Ring of Fire, brave the fiery landscape and learn about the worst volcanoes in history.
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  • The Worst Tornadoes of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    As rain beats down and lightning flashes across the sky, a siren blares loudly in the distance. A tornado! With winds reaching 300 miles per hour, tornadoes leave trails of destruction in their paths. From Bangladesh to Tornado Alley, the wrath of the worst twisters has been felt all over the world.
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  • The Worst Floods of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    A little water never hurt anybody, but a lot of water can wreak havoc! Surging waves of water can sweep away cars, trees, and even entire houses. Keep your head above water while you explore the worst floods in history.
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  • Anatomy of a Volcanic Eruption

    Amie Jane Leavitt

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    As destroyers of cities and creators of islands, volcanoes are as unique as they are destructive. Whether they spew thick ash or pack heavy lava flows, their eruptions are always a force to be reckoned with. Explore the explosive workings of volcanoes, the techniques scientists use to study them, and how people live in the shadows of these explosive landforms.
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  • The Worst Avalanches of All Time

    Suzanne Garbe, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    In an instant, a beautiful white mountainside can become a deadly stampede of snow. Avalanche! These sudden landslides of snow, ice, and rocks can wipe out entire towns. Prepare to learn about history's most devastating avalanches.
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  • The Worst Wildfires of All Time

    Suzanne Garbe, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    A wildfire roars out of control, burning everything in its path. These uncontrolled flames can strike in the blink of an eye and spread just as quickly. Put out the flames and read about the worst wildfires in history.
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  • The Worst Tsunamis of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    With waves crashing down from heights of 100 feet (30 meters) or more, tsunamis are powerful forces of nature. The towering wall of water can demolish buildings and leave entire cities underwater. Climb to higher ground and explore the world’s worst tsunamis.
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  • The Worst Hurricanes of All Time

    Terri Lynn Dougherty, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Powerful gusts and heavy rains starting in the ocean can mean only one thing: hurricane! The storm’s forceful winds can uproot trees and send cars flitting through the air. From Hurricane Katrina to the Great Hurricane of 1780, stand up to the storm surges and read about the worst hurricanes in history.
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  • The Worst Volcanic Eruptions of All Time

    Suzanne Garbe, Susan L. Cutter PhD

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2012)
    With a violent explosion, a volcano erupts, endangering all life within miles. Ash clouds the sky and red-hot lava slides across the ground. From Mount Vesuvius to the Ring of Fire, brave the fiery landscape and learn about the worst volcanoes in history.
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