Volcanoes: An Introduction

by Alwyn Scarth

Overview

A straightforward introduction to the subject of volcanoes. This volume is designed not only for students of geography, the earth and environmental sciences, but also for the general reader. Chapters are devoted to stratovolcanoes, hydrovolcanic features

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780203214466
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	01/14/2004
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	288
File size:	10 MB

About the Author

Alwyn Scarth served as lecturer in geography at the University of Dundee 1962-93. His previous publications include works on volcanic landforms of Central France, Nisyros, and the volcanic nature of the Polyphemus tale in Homer's Odyssey.

Table of Contents

Part I Introduction; Vulcano. Part II Volcanic activity: Distribution of volcanoes; Generation and ascent of magma; Eruption styles. Part III Eruptions: Vesuvius AD 79; El Chichon - 28 March 1982; Nevado del Ruiz - 13 November 1985; Mount St Helen - 18 May 1980; Montagne Pelee - 8 May 1902; Minoan Eruption of Santorini; Capelinhos 1957-8; Heimaey - 23 January 1973; Pinatubo - 15 June 1991; Lanzarote - 1730-36. Part IV Volcanic landforms: Lava flows; Domes; Cinder cones; Stratovolcanoes; Calderas; Hydrovolcanic landforms; Volcanic island - Graciosa, Azores; Volcanic landforms and erosion. Part V Prediction: Predicting volcanic eruptions and their effects.

Editorial Reviews

YAThe lack of full-color photographs, the unattractive cover, and the small print give this book the look of an academic text, but appearances can be deceiving. While certainly for proficient readers, it's an excellent overview of volcanoes in general and of specific ones throughout history. Thorough, encyclopedic coverage is accompanied by simplified, clear topographic maps and diagrams that are difficult to locate elsewhere. In addition, this resource is especially comprehensive when discussing cinder cones, lava flows, and predictions.Claudia Moore, W.T. Woodson High School, Fairfax, VA

School Library Journal

British geographer Scarth gathers and simplifies the latest scientific thinking and findings regarding volcanoes for general readers. Modern and ancient historical accounts combine with his own enthusiastic observations, drawings, and black-and-white photographs to explain volcanic activity, associated landforms, and predicting eruptions and their effects. Also includes a glossary without pronunciation. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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