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Fiery windows into the center of our planet, volcanoes offer scientists a glimpse into vital geologic processes that help us to better understand the earth and its place in the universe. This exceptional volume explores the fascinating nature of volcanoes with a lively, accessible text and over 100 spectacular, full-color photographs, including images of devastating eruptions and lava flows throughout history, from Vesuvius to Mount Saint Helens. Complete with color maps and a glossary, Fire on the Mountain will intrigue and inform lay readers, nature enthusiasts, and students of volcanology with a dazzling look at these unique geologic phenomena.
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Dorian Weisel --whose photographs documenting Hawaii's active Kilauea volcano have been exhibited and published worldwide--lives in Volcano, Hawaii. Carl Johnson is an associate professor of geology at the University of Hawaii at Hilo. He and his family live on the summit of Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes.
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A visual exploration of the history and realities of volcanoes.
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- PublisherChronicle Books
- Publication date1994
- ISBN 10 0811804933
- ISBN 13 9780811804936
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages132
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Book Description Softcover. Condition: New. This specific softcover book is in new condition with a cover that has sharp edges and corners and has a tight binding. The pages are clean, crisp, unmarked and uncreased. We package all books in custom cardboard book boxes for shipment and ship daily with tracking numbers.; "Fiery windows into the center of our planet, volcanoes offer scientists a glimpse into vital geologic processes that help us to better understand the earth and its place in the universe. This exceptional volume explores the fascinating nature of volcanoes with a lively, accessible text and over 100 spectacular, full-color photographs, including images of devastating eruptions and lava flows throughout history, from Vesuvius to Mount Saint Helens. Complete with color maps and a glossary, Fire on the Mountain will intrigue and inform lay readers, nature enthusiasts, and students of volcanology with a dazzling look at these unique geologic phenomena."; 11.9 X 9.0 X 0.5 inches; 132 pages. Seller Inventory # 20440
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