Into the Volcano: A Volcano Researcher at Work
Donna O'Meara
ISBN 10: 1553376927 ISBN 13: 9781553376927
Published by Kids Can Press, 2005
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Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1553376927I4N10
Synopsis:
The author describes some of the world's most dangerous volcanoes and the work she does as a volcano researcher.
Review:
Riveting ? filled with stunning color photographs and an abundance of basic volcano information, placed in easy-to-digest sidebars.
The O Mearas cameras catch somnolent giants and vivid eruptors alike, and fill the pages with pyrotechnic displays and incandescent lava streams."
Illustrating the text are exceptionally fine photos of volcanic landscapes and members of the expeditions. Sidebars carry clear descriptions and pictures (often diagrams) related to such topics as the formation of volcanoes, the types of lava, and the Volcanic Explosivity Index ... A natural for nonfiction booktalking.--Booklist
The O'Mearas' cameras catch somnolent giants and vivid eruptors alike, and fill the pages with pyrotechnic displays and incandescent lava streams.--School Library Journal
Riveting ... filled with stunning color photographs and an abundance of basic volcano information, placed in easy-to-digest sidebars.--Washington Post
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Into the Volcano: A Volcano Researcher at ...
Publisher: Kids Can Press
Publication Date: 2005
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket