Volcanoes are present throughout the world. When they erupt, they are extremely destructive. This book focuses on what causes an eruption and features examples of some of history's worst volcanic eruptions.

Cartoons and facts combine to describe the Italian city of Pompeii, discussing the 62 AD earthquake, daily life of its people, customs, the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and the eighteenth-century excavation of the area.

A guide to planet Earth includes facts on the forces of nature that create geysers, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions.

Describes the internal structure of the Earth and how it affects the surface.

Presents one hundred of the most deadly and destructive natural disasters in modern history, including Hurricane Katrina, the Iran blizzard, the San Francisco earthquake, the eruption of Vesuvius, and the Mayan mega-drought.

Presents a history of the discovery and exploration of hydrothermal vents and undersea volcanoes, and tells how these scientific expeditions help researchers understand marine ecology.

Fifteen amazing stories of survival against the odds, focussing on positive outcomes of natural disasters and accidents from recent history. Prepare to be amazed by these incredible tales of human strength and determination in the face of disaster. Read 15 amazing survival stories, and let the exciting narrative text and dramatic illustrations drop you right into the action. Disasters often make the headlines, but this book focusses on the survivors....