(Hardback)

Readers will learn the nature of these hazards, the associated risks, and where to find information for further study and research.

In each category, the author presents the current scientific knowledge on causes, preventive measures, costs, outlook, and other topics of interest.

(Hardback)

An introduction to the scientific principles behind various geological processes to explain how and why they can sometimes be dangerous to humans, this sourcebook contains numerous examples of famous or recent geological disasters, such as volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunami.