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100 1 _aBrantley, Steven R.
245 1 0 _aVolcanoes of the United States
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-07-17
508 _aProduced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Volcanoes of the United States" by Steven R. Brantley is a scientific publication written in the late 20th century. The book explores the various volcanoes present in the United States, detailing their characteristics, histories, and the geological processes that lead to their eruptions. It aims to inform readers about the dangers posed by volcanism and the significant impact these geological features have had on the Earth's landscape. In this thorough examination, Brantley discusses notable volcanic regions, including the Aleutian Islands, Hawaii, and the Cascade Range, each with distinct volcanic activity and eruption styles. The book covers the history of past eruptions, the threat they pose to nearby populations, and the scientific efforts toward monitoring and predicting volcanic activity. It highlights the importance of understanding these natural phenomena, as eruptions can have devastating effects on communities and ecosystems, making this work crucial for public awareness and safety regarding volcanic hazards. Through detailed illustrations and scientific insight, Brantley brings the awe and danger of these natural forces to the forefront, inviting readers to appreciate both their beauty and their potential threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVolcanoes -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57530
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