This book provides a detailed introduction to natural disasters and the ways in which they have had and continue to have, profound effects on human society.?Provides readers with a sound background in the science and technology of major natural disasters, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and forest fires?Traces the development of human understanding of the causes and nature of such events?Discusses the ways in which natural events such as changing weather patterns may interact with human decisions and actions that lead to complex forms of disaster?Provides background on the specific contributions of individuals and organizations within the field that have yielded our mature understanding of the nature and impact of natural disaster?Suggests a host of practical resources to use in an extended study of the topic
Natural Disasters
- 作者： Newton, David
- 出版社： Baker & Tayl
- 出版日期： 2019-06-30
- ISBN碼： 9781440867613
- 編號： 203c901197715
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