Disaster! by Richard Platt

Disaster! by Richard Platt

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Documenting some of the worst catastrophes in world history, this book examines the terrible toll they have taken on human life and their impact on society. From massive earthquake to monster cyclone, the text uses an on-the-spot perspective. It also assesses potential disasters of the future.

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Disaster! by Richard Platt

Documenting some of the worst devastating catastrophes in world history, this book examines the terrible toll they have taken on human life and their impact on society. Colour cross-sectional artworks convey the scale and the human drama of each of the disasters. From massive earthquake to monster cyclone, the text uses an on-the-spot perspective and chronological sequences to take the reader directly to the scene. As well as examining the lessons learned from each catastrophe, the text assesses potential disasters of the future, and our ability to prevent them.
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ISBN 13 9780751356175
ISBN 10 0751356174
Title Disaster!
Author Richard Platt
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Year published 1997-09-11
Number of pages 32
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.