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_aHouston, Edwin J. _q(Edwin James), _d1847-1914 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Wonder Book of Volcanoes and Earthquakes |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2013 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2013-07-27 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Diane Monico, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"The Wonder Book of Volcanoes and Earthquakes" by Edwin J. Houston is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the fascinating phenomena of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes, detailing specific events, geological facts, and historical instances to enhance understanding of these natural occurrences. The exploration of eruptions, such as the notorious Krakatoa event of 1883, serves as a focal point in the text. At the start of the book, the author introduces the catastrophic eruption of Krakatoa in 1883, providing geographical context and detailing the island's characteristics within the Sunda Islands chain. The narrative begins with descriptions of ominous pre-eruption signs, such as rumbling noises and tremors felt by nearby inhabitants. As the eruption unfolds, the catastrophic effects are highlighted: sounds traveled thousands of miles, immense waves wreaked havoc, and ash clouds darkened skies, leading to loss of life and widespread panic. This dramatic introduction sets the tone for a comprehensive study of volcanology and seismology that follows, aiming to entertain and educate readers about the wonders and dangers of these powerful natural processes. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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