Ring of Fire: An Encyclopedia of the Pacific Rim's Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Volcanoes: An Encyclopedia of the Pacific Rim's Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Volcanoes

The author examines natural disasters around the Pacific Rim throughout history together with scientific data context to produce enlightening—and highly readable—entries.

• Features approximately 100 alphabetically arranged entries with insights into specific disasters, technology, key geographic features of the area, significant people, cultural beliefs, and more

• Includes a general introduction and overview of the geography and tectonic activity in the Pacific Rim countries

• Offers both historical and scientific information

• Explains complex natural phenomena and scientific concepts using nontechnical language and clear illustrations

• Provides relevant cross-references to related topics as well as to articles, books, and websites that offer further information