Awesome Forces
The Natural Hazards that Threaten New Zealand
2nd Edition
Published on 1. October 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
168 pages
978-1-877385-87-2 (ISBN)
Description
Storms, landslides, earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunami -- all New Zealanders will encounter at least one of these hazards in their lives. Informative, generously illustrated, and written by some of New Zealand's leading scientists, this massively revised and updated edition of Te Papa Press's bestselling title is now more relevant than ever. With all-new information on climate change and the social and emotional impact of disasters, this book is a fascinating encounter and valuable resource on one of the most raw, volatile landscapes in the world.
Reviews / Votes
"This is fascinating, sobering stuff and the book is museum publishing at its best: experts in their fields sharing their knowledge in a popular and appealing format." North & South "Awesome Forces has instant appeal ... it's a great read." -- New Zealand ListenerMore details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Wellington
New Zealand
Target group
Young adult
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Interest Age: From 10 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
300 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 271 mm
Width: 212 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
661 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-877385-87-2 (9781877385872)
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Persons
Hamish Campbell is Senior Scientist at GNS Science and Subject Expert, Earth Science at Te Papa. A renowned geologist and paleontologist specialising in ancient rocks and fossils, and the Chatham Islands, he has authored numerous papers and books for popular and specialist audiences.