Book Series: Earthquakes

Earthquakes

By Ker Than

A study of earthquakes and the science behind them.

Earthquakes: Plate Tectonics and Earthquake Hazards

By Timothy M. Kusky

"Explores the furious impact of nature and the massive devastation that is often the result of the relentless forces built up within the Earth"--P. [4] of cover.

These natural disasters do billions of dollars worth of damage every year. But scientists still cannot predict them. This low-level text introduces how earthquakes form, the damage they cause, and how their damage can be prevented.

Earthquakes

By Anastasia Suen

The Devastating Disasters series captures readers' attention with captivating photographs, descriptions, and factoids of catastrophes ranging from technology failure to destructive weather.

Earthquakes: Forecast, Prognosis and Earthquake Resistant Construction

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Earthquakes

By Tracy Vonder Brink

What causes an earthquake?

Earthquakes

By Allison Lassieur

Describes how and why earthquakes happen, the damage they can cause, ways they are measured, and some of the most destructive quakes of the past.

Earthquakes: Impact, Community Vulnerability and Resilience

This book is a collection of scientific papers on earthquake preparedness, vulnerability, resilience, and risk assessment.

Earthquakes

By Seymour Simon

Examines the phenomenon of earthquakes, describing how and where they occur, how they can be predicted, and how much damage they can inflict.

Earthquakes: On Shaky Ground

By Lesley McFadzean

We often forget that the ground can move, and when it does, all we can do is hang on for dear life. Brimming with engaging facts and detailed illustrations, this book outlines an impressive array of earthquake related topics.

Earthquakes: Earth's Mightiest Moments

By David L. Harrison

A look at earthquakes and their causes.

Earthquakes

By Sally M. Walker

This book introduces young readers to earthquakes. It describes the layers of Earth's crust and explains how the movement of tectonic plates causes earthquakes and forms mountains.

Earthquakes

By G. A. Eiby

Surveys principles of seismology, geology, and geophysics to discuss the causes, prediction, and effects of earthquakes as well as describing great earthquakes throughout history.

Earthquakes: A Natural History

By Daniel Stephen Halacy

Earthquakes: A Natural History

Earthquakes

By Elizabeth Doering

Earthquakes

By Susanna Van Rose, Institute of Geological Sciences, Geological Museum

Earthquakes

By Cari Meister

Describes the nature and measurement of earthquakes and the devastation that they can cause on land and sea, including the giant seismic waves known as tsunamis.

Earthquakes

By Petra Miller

Earthquakes are a natural part of the process in the ongoing formation of our planet. Learn about the different kinds, how they occur, which ones did the most damage, and what is being done to protect us from the big one.

Earthquakes: Shaking New Zealand

By Maria Gill

This book explains what causes earthquakes and why New Zealand has so many, what types of quake occur and the most frequently affected areas of the country. It also advises what to do if you experience one.

Earthquakes: Risk Factors, Seismic Effects and Economic Consequences

By Albert P. Quinn

This book begins by discussing how public awareness about the effects of earthquakes and how to prepare for a possible earthquake which can potentially save lives.