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Marianna Majzonova
Topics Covered
- The formation of the Earth and how the planet became habitable
- Key historical events that shaped the Earth’s surface
- Differences between regular and extreme geological activity
- Natural processes behind the largest floods, tsunamis, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions
- Risks and hazards presented by extreme geological events
- Likelihood of extreme geological events occurring in the future
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A marine biologist explores the history and ecology of the world's oceans.
Winner of the Sarton Medal, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Earth's history from its formation to the emergence of complex life.
A paleontologist uses the latest scientific discoveries to tell the story of the dinosaurs.
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A beautifully illustrated book that explores the history of Earth, from its formation to the present day.
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A comprehensive and engaging narrative of Earth's history, written by a renowned geochemist.
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Blends biological, geological, and paleontological information to better understand the origin of life and Earth's early evolution.
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Examines the evolution of Earth's climate over the past 4.6 billion years and discusses the potential impacts of future climate change.
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A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist explores the history of extinctions and the potential for a new mass extinction.
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A renowned biologist argues that we are entering a new era of extinction and discusses the potential consequences.
A Pulitzer Prize-winning biologist proposes setting aside half of the Earth's surface as protected areas.
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Examines the relationship between natural disasters and development. It argues that disasters can have a devastating impact on development, and that disaster risk reduction should be integrated into development planning.
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Examines the risks and societal implications of extreme natural hazards, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods. It draws on a wide range of case studies to illustrate the challenges of disaster management.
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Tells the stories of some of the most devastating natural disasters in history, from the 1906 San Francisco earthquake to the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. It explores the science behind these disasters and the lessons we can learn from them.
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This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies of natural disasters around the world. It covers a wide range of topics, from earthquakes and hurricanes to floods and wildfires.
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