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Perilous Planet Earth: Catastrophes and Catastrophism through the Ages Book

A readable 2003 account of the history of natural disasters throughout history.Read More

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  • Book Description

    Perilous Planet Earth places our present concerns about the threat from natural distasters, such as asteroids and immense volcanic eruptions, within the context of history. Written at a level that will interest both academics and general readers, it explains how catastrophic events have influenced the course of evolution in the distant past, as well as the rise and fall of civilisations in more recent times. Professor Palmer argues that a better understanding of our past will allow us to take appropriate action to preserve our civilisation for the future.

  • Product Description

    Reviewing our present concerns about the threat from natural disasters, such as asteroids and immense volcanic eruptions, within the context of history, this volume is written at a level that interests academics as well as general readers. It explains how catastrophic events have influenced the course of evolution in the distant past, and the rise and fall of civilizations in more recent times. Trevor Palmer argues that a better understanding of the past will allow humanity to take appropriate action to preserve civilization for the future.

  • 0521174643
  • 9780521174640
  • Trevor Palmer
  • 3 June 2010
  • Cambridge University Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 536
  • 1
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