Discusses the frequency of earthquakes, why they happen, their geography, and what a person should do if caught in the middle of one
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"Branley explains what earthquakes are, where they occur, and how they change the earth [and] describes some famous quakes of the past and the efforts of scientists to predict and measure earthquakes today. A good explanation in an attractive format." --"Booklist
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Seller: Once Upon A Time Books, Siloam Springs, AR, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). This is a used book. It may contain highlighting/underlining and/or the book may show heavier signs of wear . It may also be ex-library or without dustjacket. Seller Inventory # mon0003573604
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 00098255661
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Hardback. Condition: Fair. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 00109539667
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_473606268
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). 1st. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2425417-75
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). 1st. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 9906208-75
Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_473844681
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Seller Inventory # CIN0690046618G
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Fair. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Seller Inventory # CIN0690046618A
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Rosenblum, Richard (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0690046618I5N00