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32 pp.
| Heinemann
| April, 2005
|
LibraryISBN 1-4034-7275-0$27.07
|
PaperISBN 1-4034-7276-9$7.50 New ed. (2003)
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4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
Updated to shed light on the devastating events of December 2004, and enhanced by quotes from survivors, this book economically but energetically defines its subject and discusses its causes, at-risk regions, and how to predict, prepare for, and help others during tsunamis. Maps, diagrams, boxed facts, and chilling color photos of tsunami-generated havoc appear throughout. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.
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4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
These books focus on the earth's most violent natural events, addressing how and where storms take place, how to prepare for them, and how to aid their victims. Each topic is covered in two to four pages of unremarkable text liberally illustrated with dramatic photos and graphics. Actual catastrophes from around the world are reviewed in brief case studies. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Howling Hurricanes, Shattering Earthquakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Thundering Landslides, and Violent Volcanoes.
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4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
These books focus on the earth's most violent natural events, addressing how and where storms take place, how to prepare for them, and how to aid their victims. Each topic is covered in two to four pages of unremarkable text liberally illustrated with dramatic photos and graphics. Actual catastrophes from around the world are reviewed in brief case studies. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Howling Hurricanes, Shattering Earthquakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Thundering Landslides, and Violent Volcanoes.
(4)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
These books focus on the earth's most violent natural events, addressing how and where storms take place, how to prepare for them, and how to aid their victims. Each topic is covered in two to four pages of unremarkable text liberally illustrated with dramatic photos and graphics. Actual catastrophes from around the world are reviewed in brief case studies. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Howling Hurricanes, Shattering Earthquakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Thundering Landslides, and Violent Volcanoes.
(4)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
These books focus on the earth's most violent natural events, addressing how and where storms take place, how to prepare for them, and how to aid their victims. Each topic is covered in two to four pages of unremarkable text liberally illustrated with dramatic photos and graphics. Actual catastrophes from around the world are reviewed in brief case studies. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Howling Hurricanes, Shattering Earthquakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Thundering Landslides, and Violent Volcanoes.
(4)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
These books focus on the earth's most violent natural events, addressing how and where storms take place, how to prepare for them, and how to aid their victims. Each topic is covered in two to four pages of unremarkable text liberally illustrated with dramatic photos and graphics. Actual catastrophes from around the world are reviewed in brief case studies. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Howling Hurricanes, Shattering Earthquakes, Terrifying Tornadoes, Thundering Landslides, and Violent Volcanoes.
(3)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
The causes and effects of a variety of "extreme" forces of nature are explored in these books primarily suited to student research. Prediction, rescue and aid efforts, and future prevention are discussed, and glimpses at recent worldwide events add interest. Captioned photographs, maps, and charts enhance each page. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Blazing Bush and Forest Fires, Crushing Avalanches, Dreadful Droughts, Raging Floods, and Sweeping Tsunamis.]
(3)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
The causes and effects of a variety of "extreme" forces of nature are explored in these books primarily suited to student research. Prediction, rescue and aid efforts, and future prevention are discussed, and glimpses at recent worldwide events add interest. Captioned photographs, maps, and charts enhance each page. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Blazing Bush and Forest Fires, Crushing Avalanches, Dreadful Droughts, Raging Floods, and Sweeping Tsunamis.]
(3)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
The causes and effects of a variety of "extreme" forces of nature are explored in these books primarily suited to student research. Prediction, rescue and aid efforts, and future prevention are discussed, and glimpses at recent worldwide events add interest. Captioned photographs, maps, and charts enhance each page. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Blazing Bush and Forest Fires, Crushing Avalanches, Dreadful Droughts, Raging Floods, and Sweeping Tsunamis.]
(3)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
The causes and effects of a variety of "extreme" forces of nature are explored in these books primarily suited to student research. Prediction, rescue and aid efforts, and future prevention are discussed, and glimpses at recent worldwide events add interest. Captioned photographs, maps, and charts enhance each page. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Blazing Bush and Forest Fires, Crushing Avalanches, Dreadful Droughts, Raging Floods, and Sweeping Tsunamis.]
(3)
4-6
Awesome Forces of Nature series.
The causes and effects of a variety of "extreme" forces of nature are explored in these books primarily suited to student research. Prediction, rescue and aid efforts, and future prevention are discussed, and glimpses at recent worldwide events add interest. Captioned photographs, maps, and charts enhance each page. Reading list. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Awesome Forces of Nature titles: Blazing Bush and Forest Fires, Crushing Avalanches, Dreadful Droughts, Raging Floods, and Sweeping Tsunamis.]