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Riveting chronicles of nature's might and human spirit.

Great Disasters pulls you into the eye of historical storms you've only ever heard about in passing. Imagine being swept up in the pages that not only chart the harrowing power of nature but also spotlight the incredible resilience of people in the face of utter chaos. It's a journey through humanity's struggle and awe in the face of Earth’s most formidable events.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780895773210
Related Collections: Nature, History, Science
Related Topics: Evolution, Environment, Popular Science, World History, Natural History, Animals, Nature

Description

79 natural catastrophes from the demise of the dinosaurs to the recent earthquake in Armenia are covered in fascinating detail, with an emphasis on human drama. This book details Mother Nature at her most awesome--human nature at its most courageous. 350 illustrations, including original art and maps.


Author: Kaari Ward
Publisher: Readers Digest
Publication Date: 1989
 

Riveting chronicles of nature's might and human spirit.

Great Disasters pulls you into the eye of historical storms you've only ever heard about in passing. Imagine being swept up in the pages that not only chart the harrowing power of nature but also spotlight the incredible resilience of people in the face of utter chaos. It's a journey through humanity's struggle and awe in the face of Earth’s most formidable events.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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